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James Gordon Bennett Jr
19th Century

Who was Gordon Bennett?

Why do we kiss under the mistletoe? © Alamy
Q&A

Why do we kiss under the mistletoe?

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When were mince pies first made? © Alamy
Medieval

When were mince pies first made?

Who was the 'Caroline' in Radio Caroline?
Modern

Who was the ‘Caroline’ in Radio Caroline?

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Ancient Egypt

How the Sphinx lost its nose

Why Americans call the British 'limeys' © Getty Images
General history

Why do Americans call the British ‘limeys’?

Why we smash champagne bottles against new ships © Getty Images
19th Century

Why we smash champagne bottles against new ships

Why do we say paint the town red? (Public Domain)
19th Century

Why do we say paint the town red?

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Modern

How many US Presidents died in office?

Which is Britain's Oldest Pub? © Getty Images
Q&A

Which is Britain’s Oldest Pub?

How did Ancient Romans trim their nails? © Getty
Ancient Rome

How did Ancient Romans trim their nails?

Why is bubble gum pink? © Getty Images
Modern

Why is bubble gum pink?

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General history

How long have people used prosthetic limbs?

What did a lady-in-waiting actually do? (Public Domain)
Medieval

What did a lady-in-waiting actually do?