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Mary Magdalene probably wasn’t a prostitute. Was she actually rich?
The Gospels give some intriguing clues to the identity of Jesus’ famous follower—who was unwed, moved freely, and provided ...
Is there really a secret city under Egypt’s pyramids?
Two Italian scientists claim to have discovered 38,000-year-old structures buried deep beneath the pyramids. But there's a ...
How dragons lost their wicked menace—and became our friends
I desired dragons with a profound desire,” fantasy writer J.R.R. Tolkien once said about his childhood imagination, ...
Running pros and eye experts say these are the best running sunglasses
Our writer—a three-time marathoner—offers up 11 comfortable, snug, and even fun shades to help you conquer the miles.
How one divisive herb became an essential part of Thai cooking
Blue Elephant’s tom yum goong soup is flavoured with coriander root and garnished with the leaves. It’s the middle of dinner ...
What's so 'good' about Good Friday? The history of a holiday rooted in grief
It's one of the holiest and most somber days in the Christian calendar as followers remember the execution of Jesus.
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Goldilocks worlds: just right for life?
On planets orbiting close to their respective suns, surface water evaporates into space. Planets in the box have the right atmospheric pressure and the right temperature to keep surface water in a ...