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Tarot, tarantulas and TikTok: exploring our long obsession with predicting the future

Divination practices like spider divination gain renewed interest, especially during uncertain times like the Covid pandemic.

Grisly truth about 12 mutilated human hands buried in ancient Egyptian

The discovery of 12 severed hands provides evidence of the ancient 'gold of honor' ritual in Egypt, dating back to the 15th Dynasty.

East Vs West African Cuisine: What's The Difference? - Tasting Table

Exploring African cuisine offers a diverse range of flavors and cultural influences, enriching your culinary experience beyond common choices like macaroni and cheese or pizza.

The 25 Most Influential Cookbooks From the Last 100 Years

Cookbooks remain popular and relevant despite the abundance of online recipes, serving various purposes beyond mere cooking.

Hidden Patterns in Folk Songs Reveal How Music Evolved

Singing developed unique features independently from speech, showcasing a distinct role in human society.

Hannah Fry on selfies: we think we know what we look like, but we'll never really know

People relied on others to shape their self-image before mirrors became common.
The introduction of photography drastically changed perceptions of self.
Advancements in camera technology help people capture and understand their true selves.

The universal belief in witches reveals our deepest fears | Aeon Essays

The belief in witches and witchcraft persists across cultures, reflecting universal themes of fear and suspicion.

Ken Brecher, anthropologist and longtime champion of Los Angeles humanities, dies at 78

Ken Brecher lived many lives, touching people's lives through his roles in the Los Angeles Library Foundation, Sundance Institute, and Mark Taper Forum.
He inspired journalist Susan Orlean's bestseller 'The Library Book' and had a profound impact on those who knew him.
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