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European Union Turns 20: Photos

Posted Tue Feb 7, 2012 09:43 AM ET   |   0

The European Union may be in turmoil now, but it began as a noble effort to unify Europe and prevent war. Read more

European Union

Oh Christmas Tree!: A History in Photos

Posted Wed Dec 21, 2011 08:20 AM ET   |   0

Learn how the fir tree found its way from the lonely forest into homes and towns. Read more

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Vaclav Havel Dies at 75

Posted Sun Dec 18, 2011 09:35 AM ET   |   0

Former Czech president and hero of the Velvet Revolution Vaclav Havel died on Sunday. Read more

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The Board Game's Beginnings: Photos

Posted Tue Dec 6, 2011 11:03 AM ET   |   0

Take a look at photos of the earliest board games and their pieces. Read more

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First Known Europeans Identified

Posted by  Jennifer Viegas  Wed Nov 2, 2011 02:00 PM ET   |   0

The earliest Europeans lived around 45,000 years ago and shared turf with Neanderthals. Read more

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Marco Polo Never Got to Asia (Plus More History Myths): Photos

Posted Mon Aug 15, 2011 08:27 AM ET   |   0

The explorer may have lifted his stories from fellow traders, Napoleon was not short -- as years turn into centuries, facts can become twisted. Read more

Marco Polo

Bastille Day: Unintended Consequences

Posted Thu Jul 14, 2011 08:17 AM ET   |   0

When French revolutionaries challenged the political establishment, little did they know the other changes they would usher in. Read more

Bastille Day

Mummy Stash Found in Italian Church: Photos

Posted Tue Jun 28, 2011 08:44 AM ET   |   0

Excavation in the church of a small mountain village led to the discovery of some 100 16th-century mummies. Read more

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Scott of the Antarctic: Hero or Failure?

Posted Wed Jan 26, 2011 06:12 AM ET   |   0

One hundred years ago this month, Robert F. Scott and his men slogged to the South Pole only to learn they weren't first to arrive. So why is Scott still remembered as a hero? Read more

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John Lennon Legend Lives On: Photos

Posted Wed Dec 8, 2010 09:37 AM ET   |   0

The former Beatle was killed 30 years ago today but he left behind a distinct, enduring legacy. Read more

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Painting of Henry VIII's 'Lost' Palace For Sale

Posted Thu Nov 4, 2010 12:41 PM ET   |   0

One of the earliest depictions of the so-called "Lost Palace" is expected to draw around $1.9 million at auction. Read more

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Triangular Blue Diamond Expected to Draw $15 Million

Posted Sun Sep 12, 2010 08:19 AM ET   |   0

A rare blue diamond, paired with a white diamond stone was first purchased by a man for his wife at the birth of his son. Read more

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Skis from Scott's Fateful Antarctic Trek on Sale

Posted Thu Aug 26, 2010 09:16 AM ET   |   0

The skis and instruments of a physicist who accompanied Captain Scott to Antarctica are being sold by the scientist's grandson. Read more

Charles Seymour Wright

Stonehenge Solstice Celebration Draws Neo-Pagans: Big Pics

Posted Mon Jun 21, 2010 12:34 PM ET   |   0

Thousands of New Agers and neo-pagans gathered at the prehistoric site to welcome the longest day of the year. Read more

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Earliest Signature of Renaissance Artist Raphael Found in Painting

Posted by  Rossella Lorenzi  Fri Mar 19, 2010 08:18 AM ET   |   0

Art experts find what they believe is the earliest signature of the master Raphael, hidden within a painting's arabesque decorations. Read more

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