War

The Origin of Assassins

The word Assassin is derived from a Middle Eastern religious and political sect known as Hashishins. The name means ‘hashish smoker’which refers to the practice of taking hashish to induce visions of ecstacy before murdering their enemies as their religious duty. They were very good at what they did.

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Computers

The Name of Intel

The name ‘Intel’ stems from the company’s former name, ‘Integrated Electronics’.

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The Law

The Way it Should Be

In Memphis, Tennessee it is illegal for a woman to drive by herself. A man must walk or run in front of the vehicle, waving a red flag to warn approaching pedestrians and motorists.

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The Law

Those Who Live in Glass Houses...

It is unlawful for small boys to throw stones, at any time, at any place in the District of Columbia.

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