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Creepy lingo You’ve said these (not so) innocent phrases your whole life: Learn more! 3 min. We toss out phrases like "bite the bullet" or "caught red-handed" without giving them a second thought. But some of our favorite everyday expressions began on battlefields, in prisons, and even on plague-ridden streets. Behind those cheerful turns of phrase are stories that range from weird to downright disturbing. Don’t worry, we’ll keep it light, but you might never hear these sayings the same way again. Read full article

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Why are there two different rooms for one restroom in Europe?

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Culture   Why are there two different rooms for one restroom in Europe?   3 min. Read Now If you are planning a long-awaited trip to Europe, get ready for incredible historic sites, stunning art, and maybe... a few surprises. You might be used to a certain way of doing things, and Europe has its own charming (and sometimes puzzling) quirks. Here are 10 things that might make you say "Wait, what?" – and some that are actually pretty great. Read Full Article

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