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Ancient Epics Intrigue Modern Imaginations
The movie Troy, starring Brad Pitt and based on the epic poem "The Iliad" by Homer, scored big at the box office. Now another classic story is due to hit the big screen in July. Gilgamesh is the tale of a tyrannical Babylonian king and his adventures with his friend Enkidu.
Did You Know That You Speak Latin?
Believe it or not, everyone speaks a little Latin. You probably use it everyday. When you e-mail a friend to meet you for dinner at 8 p.m., you're using Latin. The abbreviation p.m. stands for "post meridiem," meaning after noon.
Help Your Kids Learn How to Resolve Conflict Peacefully
Naomi Drew, peacemaking expert and author of the new book "The Kids' Guide to Working Out Conflicts," was drawn to her subject through first-hand experience.
High-risk Adventure and High-flying Romance
Courage Bay, Calif., is a community founded on bravery. The adventures of the men and women of this city's emergency services department make for a fascinating story filled with risks both personal and professional.
Reality Television Meets Romance
Reality shows are all the rage -- just about every network has its own version of a match-making show, a makeover show, and now even wife swapping shows. What if a network took the reality craze and applied it to the ultimate reality -- death?
