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Werther Effect

April 1st, 2013 3:05 PM

To this day, German writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's 18th century epistolary novel is widely recognized as one of the first documented “literary sensations” in Europe.

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Loch Ness Monster

April 1st, 2013 2:26 PM

Since the first supposed sighting of this cryptid in 1933, people have been traveling to Great Britain's largest body of fresh water seeking Nessie out.

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V Sign

April 1st, 2013 1:32 PM

Once used by World War II-era politicians to celebrate victory, the iconic hand gesture has since evolved into a sign of peace for the hippies and a stereotype of Asian tourists.

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The Three Hares

April 1st, 2013 12:46 PM

This symbol featuring three rabbits chasing each other has been found in a variety of mediums since as early as the 6th century in cave temples in China.

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Werther Effect

Werther Effect

April 1st, 2013 3:05 PM

To this day, German writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's 18th century epistolary novel is widely recognized as one of the first documented “literary sensations” in Europe.

Learn More


Loch Ness Monster

Loch Ness Monster

April 1st, 2013 2:26 PM

Since the first supposed sighting of this cryptid in 1933, people have been traveling to Great Britain's largest body of fresh water seeking Nessie out.

Learn More


V Sign

V Sign

April 1st, 2013 1:32 PM

Once used by World War II-era politicians to celebrate victory, the iconic hand gesture has since evolved into a sign of peace for the hippies and a stereotype of Asian tourists.

Learn More


The Three Hares

The Three Hares

April 1st, 2013 12:46 PM

This symbol featuring three rabbits chasing each other has been found in a variety of mediums since as early as the 6th century in cave temples in China.

Learn More