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fromOpen Culture
2 months ago

The World's Oldest Homework: A Look at Babylonian Math Homework from 4,000 Years Ago

Homework is becoming less fashionable in some educational circles, but it does not indicate a decline in educational standards.
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fromTasting Table
4 months ago

How Thunderstorms Caused Milk To Spoil Until The 19th Century - Tasting Table

Thunderstorms can spoil milk due to bacteria thriving in their warm and wet conditions, as historically noted by dairy workers.
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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
11 months ago

Inside the Archaeological Study of Human Sacrifice

Archaeology reveals both similarities and differences between modern humans and ancient ancestors, sparking reflection on historical practices and posing ethical questions.
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