Lost your dog? Don't cross the border! 10 weirdest wars ever

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Wacky history Lost your dog? Don't cross the border! 10 weirdest wars ever 3 min. Not all conflicts are fought for power or territory—some "wars" erupted over pies, buckets, and even unsuspecting animals. Human history, it seems, can be incredibly unpredictable. From bizarre misunderstandings to centuries-long stalemates over trivial disputes, here are 10 of the strangest "wars" ever fought. Read full article

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Mount Rushmore hides many secrets. Did you know all of these?

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Mount Rushmore hides many secrets. Did you know all of these? Discover   What famous woman’s face almost became the fifth face on Mount Rushmore? Did the sculptor Gutzon Borglum really intend to just carve out the heads? Why is the mount named that, and not Borglum? The answers to these questions are some lesser-known facts about one of the most famous landmarks and sights in our country. Let’s dive into these stories! Read full article

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