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Are your children curious about the ancient Egyptian custom of mummification? Do they want all the "disgusting" details?

From medicine to entertainment, many ancient Egyptians did not get the peace they sought after death despite their efforts to preserve their dead.

The Ancient Egyptians possessed an elaborate set of burial rituals, believed to ensure immortality in the afterlife.

Although Egypt is known for its mummies, many other cultures around the world practiced mummifying their dead.

Castello Sforzesco, home of the Dukes of Milan, was designed and decorated by Bramante and Leonardo da Vinci. Today the castle is the perfect home for the city's museums.

Whether or not one is a starving artist, viewing art is free at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. On Wednesday evenings, Citizens Bank Foundation pays the way.

Ancient Egyptians mummified millions of animals during their 3000 years of reign, preserving almost every type of animal that lived in Egypt.

London is blessed with many great museums and some of the most popular - including the magnificent British Museum - offer free admission to all visitors.

Of London's many visitor attractions, any list of the best things to see on vacation would include Big Ben, the River Thames, St Paul's Cathedral and the London Eye.

A review of the geopolitical thriller Syriana, with an ensemble cast including George Clooney, Matt Damon and Jeffrey Wright.

Ancient mummies that turn out to be recent murder victims. Medical Examiners that fall in love with Catholic priests. Gerritsen's latest novel contains surprising twists.

The British Museum has some of the world's greatest treasures, from the colossal Elgin Marbles to the delicate Portland Vase. Do it the easy way - see top tip below.

There are a number of strange coincidences associated with the tragic maiden voyage of the Titanic. Was a mummy's curse the cause of her sinking?

The daffodils of spring have been swaying in the breeze against the backdrop of history. Scientists and artists alike have marveled at its uses and its exquisite beauty

If a family vacation takes you to Denver, Colorado, you'll want to spend some time enjoying one or more of the capital city's major kid-friendly attractions.

Warner Home Video's Scooby-Doo Where Are You Volume 3: Hello Mummy packages 4 vintage episodes from the show's first season. Cheap but fun. 6/10.

Discovering interesting connections between seemingly unrelated words can be one of the great joys of the subject of etymology. The word Sarcophagus is a great example.

The Indianapolis Zoo, Children's Museum, Caribbean Cove Indoor Water Park and summer butterfly exhibit are kid-friendly activities for family travel to Indianapolis.

There are few images of Ancient Egypt more recognizable than that of the mummy. The ancient process of mummification was steeped in religion and ceremony.

The mystery of bog bodies has been in existence for over 100 years. The need to find out where and when they are from has many archaeologists focused for the answer.

Disease is the ancient foe of mankind. In order to combat modern epidemics, scientists seek to understand the cause and spread of disease in ancient history.

There is a lot to see in Kirtland, where Latter-day Saints gathered from 1831 to 1838. Use this guide to plan a trip to visit historic Kirtland and the Kirtland temple.

Sesame Street Elmo Says Boo! preschool Halloween Special is a Sesame Street counting DVD full of funny Halloween jokes for kids and spooky Halloween fun.

The beef tapeworm has been with humanity a long time - long enough to inspire a collection of stranger-than-fiction facts and peculiar misunderstandings.

The 2008 Democratic National Convention is in Denver August 25-28. Once Barack Obama has been confirmed as their presidential candidate, what else can delegates do?

Flush toxins not water with this revolutionary wrap system that uses a unique sea clay formula in the process.

Mummification was a process that involved many steps performed by specially trained Egyptian priests.

Guys beware: Men between ages 20 and 40 are in the risk-zone for developing one of the most painful urologic disorders, the kidney stone.

Microbiologically speaking, neither the world nor people are "sterile". Understanding the meaning of sterile is important and helpful for safety and health.

The Age of Enlightenment promoted reason and scientific knowledge, but sometimes new medical treatments were suggested by influential patients and not physicians.

If visiting England's Oxford don't miss the Ashmolean Museum, Balliol College, Christ Church of Harry Potter fame, Bodleian Library, Botanic Gardens and literary pubs.