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A closer look at the enigmatic Old Testament figure whose fidelity and fate have intrigued believers for centuries.

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Remember that Jay-Z and Alicia Keys' song about New York being a city of dreams where anything is possible? They weren’t exaggerating. New York is packed with oddities you won’t find anywhere else.

Christmas is a time full of magic, traditions, and joy. But did you know that many of the holiday customs we love today have deep, surprising histories? From the twinkling lights on Christmas trees to ...

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The cocaine trade is far bigger and more geographically diverse than at any other point in history. Here’s how drug cartels are evading authorities using semi-submersibles to deliver shipments worth ...

Santa inspired by St. Nicholas, a 4th-century bishop known for kindness and secret gift-giving. Santa's red suit popularized by Coca-Cola, earlier depictions showed him in bishop's attire. Santa's ...