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Gideons mark 100 years of giving out the Bible

NASHVILLE, Tennessee (AP) — Long before cable television, spa treatments and eco-friendly soaps and shampoos became staples in hotel rooms, there was the Bible — the Gideon Bible. And the book with the familiar two-handled pitcher and torch on its … Continue reading →

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10 Gruesome Fairy Tale Origins

Here’s a sampler: Cinderella In the modern Cinderella fairy tale we have the beautiful Cinderella swept off her feet by the prince and her wicked step sisters marrying two lords – with everyone living happily ever after. The fairy tale … Continue reading →

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Historical Tweets

Yes, Twitter is only a few years old . . . but Historical Tweets provides “evidence” that people have been updating their Twitter accounts for a very long time.  Below are some examples, and I’ve spent wayyyy too much time … Continue reading →

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