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Quick study: The Nobel PrizeFor more than 100 years, Nobel Prizes have rewarded humankind’s greatest successes in science and the arts. They have the power to transform scientists into celebrities, writers into legends of literature. Read More.. |
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The Point of it All - History of the PencilIt can write under water, in outer space and on almost any surface. It’s been used to... |
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History of the knife and forkThe origins of modern cutlery |
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Why did men’s watches move from pocket to wrist?Until the 20th century, ‘wristlet’ watches were worn by women – and were considered an... |
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Who invented sign language for the deaf?The deaf did. In fact, sign language is barely related to the spoken language at all: it is a... |
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 | The history of dining out 5For centuries most people ate at home. Now city streets are lined with cafés, restaurants and snack bars. So when did eating out become the social event that it is today? |  | The history of the white wedding dress4 We are used to the idea of traditional wedding ceremonies, but where did all the familiar features come from? Here we explore the history of the white wedding dress . . . | | The Point of it All - History of the Pencil4 It can write under water, in outer space and on almost any surface. It’s been used to solve complex equations, create striking works of art and has been sucked on by schoolkids in a million exams. |  | The history of the ring finger3 How wedding rings came to be worn on the fourth finger of the left hand |  | The history of driving3 How did the preference for driving on the left or right side of the road come about? |  | The history of marriage2 We are used to the idea of traditional wedding ceremonies, but where did all the familiar features come from? |  | The origins of superstitions and lucky charms2 All around the world, many people still believe that the supernatural intervenes in everyday life. Where do these ideas come from? | | Who invented sign language for the deaf?2 The deaf did. In fact, sign language is barely related to the spoken language at all: it is a language all of its own, using hands, gestures and facial movement to convey meaning and a quite different grammar. | | History of the knife and fork2 The origins of modern cutlery |  | Living by the Sword1 The ancient art of samurai sword wielding all but disappeared in the 1870's as the power of the samurais waned, before making a cruel comeback during WWII. One man is determined to revive its honourable traditions. |
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