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The Deadly 19th-Century All-Female Warriors That Inspired "The Woman King"

The Agojie disembowelled and decapitated their enemies, but their story is more complex than a band of badass warriors.

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Female Squirting Is Mainly Made Up Of Urine, Study Finds

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Could We Ever Make "Exercise In A Pill" To Replace Physical Activity?

Sorry, couch potatoes. This pill isn't for you.

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We'll Find Life Elsewhere In The Universe In Next 25 Years, Says Astrophysicist

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Have You Ever Received Cat Scratches During Cuddle Time? There’s A Name For It.

This commonly occurs when the cat is kneading… also known as making biscuits.

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IFLScience The Big Questions: Is The Future Of Farming Underwater?

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