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Top 10 Defunct Sports Teams

Nostalgia and sports go hand in hand with homeruns and slam dunks. There is nothing like going back to the yesteryears when teams that do not exist anymore were the rage. We have compiled a list of sports teams you are not likely to see anymore unless you rent a DVD or watch an episode […]
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Top 10 Amazing Defense Lawyers

I don’t know about you, but when I think ‘defense lawyer’ the first thing that pops into my brain is, ‘How many laws can I break to get the most bang for my buck?’. In other words what sort of crap can I pull before my defense lawyer runs out of believable excuses? Or…you know…runs […]
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10 Inspiring Acts of Philanthropy

They say that it’s better to give than to receive, but setting aside a little extra for charitable donations can be tough, particularly in the midst of a historically unprecedented economic crisis. Still, there’s something to be said for those who make philanthropy a way of life, whether they’re blessed with a bank account stuffed […]
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Top 10 Inexplicable Stone Structures

Stonehenge, The Great Pyramids, and the Maoi statues on Easter Island are just a few examples of how ancient man has baffled modern architects, engineers, and archaeologists alike. Huge megalithic temples have been and continue to be discovered which defy our understanding of the intellectual capacities of ancient civilizations. The abilities of ancient man have […]
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Top 10 Highly Debated Historical Artifacts

With every new discovery, excitement is generated among plebeians and academics alike. Here are 10 artifacts that have, and continue to, put historical and archaeological scholars with wack-a-doodle theorists in a frenzy of possible theories of why these artifacts came to be and how. 10. Saqqara Bird In 1898 a small bird like figure, known […]
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The True Story Behind 10 Easter and Passover Traditions

Throughout history, springtime has been an important period of celebration for many of the world’s religious faiths and cultural groups. Today, several religions observe major holidays in the weeks around the vernal equinox, each of which is surrounded by an array of long-standing – and sometimes unusual – traditions and practices. Contemporary Easter and Passover […]
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How “English” is the Queen of England?

Comedians have long enjoyed making the accusation that Queen Elizabeth is not English but German. It seems like the ultimate irony. But what is the truth behind these accusations? Ok, so it is true that Queen Elizabeth and the House of Windsor are of German ancestry. Originally, the currently reigning British Royal family was known […]
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Top 10 Most Bizarre Charities

Give a homeless man on the street corner or take them out to lunch, congratulations, you’re a philanthropist. Eating finger-food with toes, congratulations, you’re bizarre. If you hold a public “Eating finger-food with your feet” contest where the box office profit goes towards feeding homeless people, you’re a little bit o People will generally do […]
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Top 10 Hottest Political Paramours

Politicians seemingly cheat more often than the rest of us (save famous athletes). Some top ten lists seek to explain why. Is it abnormally large…egos? Perhaps it’s unbridled narcissism? Are politicians simply wired for a higher degree of risk taking, both in their private as well as public lives? Not sure. Anyway, this is not […]
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10 Reasons Why the West Coast is Better Than the East Coast

Which coast is better: the West Coast or the East Coast? Both have their advantages and drawbacks, and in many areas it is a close call. But in the end, the Wast Coast wins the contest. Here are ten reasons why everybody knows the Wast Coast dominates the East Coast… 10. Proximity to Hawaii Hawaii […]
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Top 10 Fascinating Facts about Homosexuality

Human society has experienced the thrivings of homosexual people. This has been a part of society from the very onset of human existence. Our society experiences the existence of several young men who remain obsessed in playing with dolls as well as dressing up like girls. They often keep following stereotypical female pursuits and finally […]
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9 Reasons to Avoid Perms and Relaxers

Perms and relaxers have been a long-time favorite of African American women promising silky straight hair for difficult to manage locks, but this beauty regimen comes at a high price – hair breakage, scalp irritation, stunted hair growth, and even permanent hair loss. Discover the top 10 reasons to avoid perms and relaxers and why […]
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