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Why is Friday the 13th unlucky? The cultural origins of an enduring superstition

When it comes to bad luck, there are few superstitions as pervasive in Western culture as that of Friday the 13th. Here’s why.Διαβάστε ...

10 romantic paintings that stir feelings of love

From Gustav Klimt’s “The Kiss” to Botticelli’s “Birth of Venus,” mark Valentine’s Day with these romantic paintings from art history.Διαβάστε ...

Remember when Liz Hurley wore ‘that’ dress?

In a Versace dress held together by safety pins, the actress and model — who turns 60 on Tuesday — stole the show at the premiere of a movie she wasn’t even in.Διαβάστε ...

Mint julep: The history of the Derby’s official drink

It’s impossible to think of another cocktail and sporting event so closely interwoven as the potent, leafy Southern sipper and America’s most famous horse race.Διαβάστε ...

Mount St. Helens Fast Facts

View the Mount St. Helens Fast Facts on CNN and learn more about the volcano in Washington.Διαβάστε ...

Volcanoes Fast Facts

Read CNN’s Fast Facts about Volcanoes and learn more about mountains that open downward to a reservoir of molten rock.Διαβάστε ...

2011 Japan Earthquake - Tsunami Fast Facts

Read CNN’s 2011 Japan Earthquake - Tsunami Fast Facts to learn more about the disaster that struck Japan in March of 2011.Διαβάστε ...

Earthquakes Fast Facts

View Earthquake Fast Facts from CNN and learn more about earthquakes worldwide.Διαβάστε ...

Hurricane Statistics Fast Facts

Read CNN’s Hurricane Statistics Fast Facts and learn information about the deadliest and costliest tropical storms, tropical depressions and hurricanes.Διαβάστε ...