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The mosaics date back to the fourth and fifth centuries

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It’s that time of year again when fanboys and girls from around the world transform into superheroes, aliens, or maybe just George Lucas. That’s right: It’s New York Comic Con.

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At 101 years old, Tsuneko Sasamoto is still going strong.

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Some of the words Shakespeare coined are still mysterious centuries later.

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Would you like a side of warm fuzzies with that?

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There are only a few pun competitions in the world, but they draw in some serious talent. Here is a sampling of great puns thrown around at some past events.

The small torn of Peshtigo, Wisconsin, before being destroyed by fire.

On October 8, 1871—the same day the Great Chicago Fire killed 300—a far deadlier wildfire swept across Wisconsin.

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It may be the largest city in the Green Mountain state, but to residents and visitors alike, Burlington feels more like a small town.

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This chain is small but mighty in the roast beef kingdom.

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How timeouts for the humble caffeinated beverage became a workplace mainstay.

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Where did the ubiquitous canning jar come from?

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Expecting? Here's your chance to name your baby Ulssand (before it becomes cool).

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Fall has its fair share of haters. Here's why they're just plain wrong.

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Across all languages, humans ask for clarification in conversation every 84 seconds, on average.

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Blow your budget this month? Don’t stress out. Here are a few simple tricks to curb wasteful spending habits and grow your bank account.

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A Tumblr is connecting movie fans with famous filming locations.

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It's all about boats. And baseball.

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Now on display at the Smithsonian, the British Guiana One-Cent Magenta has a crazy and colorful past.