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The life of the early church cannot be understood without understanding its persecution, most notably at the hands of the Romans. But why did the Romans so desire to rid the world of Christianity?

When Elon Musk has a vision, the whole world needs to sit up and take notice. His habit of taking a dream and turning into a reality is indisputable.

In November 1944, an American bomber made a rough landing near a British army base in Belgium - without a crew.

Learn how bird feeders impact wild birds and the environment so you understand the good and bad aspects of feeding the birds in your garden or yard.

The key to the sub-atomic world, yet so misunderstood. Let's rectify that!

Shoebill storks, or shoebills, have a huge and impressive bill. The animal's unusual features make it a unique bird. Its population has been classified in the "Vulnerable" category of the IUCN's Red List.

Link of common heartburn medicines with the risk of developing kidney injury has gained increased attention from the researchers in the past few years. A recent study reports, yet again, the link of these drug with kidney diseases. This article includes everything you need to know.

Life is impossible without emotion. It allows us to express and helps us to enjoy the good times and cope with the bad times, but when our emotions are controlled, expression, psychology, and real healing are thrown out the window. It is a danger, because it prevents reflection and empathy.

What are the real facts behind the legend of Vlad the Impaler, aside from his link to the fictitious character of Dracula as immortalised by Bram Stoker?

Puss and saddleback caterpillars are attractive insects. Unfortunately, they are stinging caterpillars. In some people, the sting can cause serious problems..

Every person has a guardian angel. Only the rarest of souls have seen them. Padre Pio saw and spoke regularly with the guardian angels of his spiritual children.

That beautiful moon has more going on than meets the eye...Explore some hidden mysteries that you may be privy to - but don't realize!

English has become the common language of the world; it’s a pity its spelling conventions are so complex.

A chronological summary of the major periods of Japanese history, for those curious about the roots of the unique Asian culture we know of today.

"Nativity" is a poem in sonnet form by the "Metaphysical" poet John Donne.

Mental disorders affect many people, including those whom we'd least expect. This article considers four saints who struggled with mental illness.