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Researchers at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center (OUHSC) have found an enriched extract herb of frankincense oil can kill bladder cancer cells.

Many universities and colleges share common nicknames such as Eagles, Tigers, Lions, Warriors, Bulldogs or variations of them. Others have names that are truly unique.

The world's second most distinguished literary prize after the Nobel Prize in Literature is given by the University of Oklahoma.

It won't be quite as pivotal of a game as was expected before the season, but the Big 12 football matchup between Oklahoma and Texas is still huge. It always is.

Techniques of the Selling Writer is an essential guide for writing a novel or short story and getting published. It has been a bestselling writing book for over 15 years.

Daniel Halladay's invention of the first commercially successful self-regulating windmill was an important factor in the settlement of western lands.

Rather than watch his people fade into history, Handome Lake started a new religion that provided the Iroquois Confederacy with a cultural revival.

These armies reflected the status quo of the time. Soldiers would belong to certain classes of troops, dependant on age, experience and wealth.

Christmas cactus, desert Christmas cactus and mistletoe cactus are different plant species; learn the differences between cacti with Christmas names.

With new initiatives by Nicaraguan president Daniel Ortega, many former Contra Rebels are talking of taking to the hills again.

Here's a brief look at the Minnesota Vikings five picks in the 2009 NFL draft, starting with Florida Gator wide receiver Percy Harvin.

The Numidians were nomads from what is now Algeria in North Africa. Numidia means 'Land of the Nomads'.

The Fallen Heroes Foundation puts it best when they say that Patriot Golf Day is as much a call to action in our time as war bonds and rationing were in times past.

The book wormy anthropologist Sylvanus Griswold Morley used his studies and his camera as a cover to become a very successful US spy during World War One and an inspirati

When the winds pick up speed, and the tornado sirens echo, the storm chasers grab their equipment and hit the road. Here's what the role entails.

The Iberians were in great demand as mercenaries throughout the western mediterranean. They were a tribal people, and Iberian men valued martial prowess above all.

The Last of the Ofos illustrates the journey of a man who has lost his entire tribe and his search for his Native American identity.

Creatine supplement usage by athletes is quite popular and research shows it may enhance performance in sports requiring short, high intensity bursts of energy.

The Oregon Trail was little more than wagon ruts, and presented the first western travelers with many difficulties and challenges as they journeyed to their new homes.

Elephants have been used in war for thousands of years. With their massive strength and magnificent ivory tusks, they inspired awe and terror in all who faced them.

Captain John Smith described the tribe as giants and gave them the Algonquin name Susquehannocks, which means "people who live by the muddy water".

James J. Hill built a railroad empire from the ground up and in the process helped define the limits of the nation.

The life story of Karl Jansky, who discovered the first radio waves of celestial origin in the 1930s while working for Bell labs.

Former Indiana University head coach Kelvin Sampson was relieved of his coaching duties when it was discovered he had violated numerous NCAA regulations.

Macy's invites bands, pep squads and dance teams from throughout the nation to march and perform in its annual parade, but the standards are high.

James Madison established his credentials as a champion of religious freedom with his Memorial and Remonstrance against Religious Assessments.

Effects of Lung Cancer medical relationship to malignant melanoma and other types of skin cancer. Effects of smoking medical study links nicotine to pancreatic cancer.

Native Americans and Whites each wanted a mutually beneficial trading arrangnment, but pre contact epidemics played a role in the development of trading relationships.

The key to effective performance counseling is to focus on the future- how to develop skills that will both improve job performance and enhance career opportunities.

Author Linda Grant de Pauw introduces her book with the thesis that "[w]omen have always and everywhere been inextricably involved in war."

Crimson Tide fans breathe sigh of relief as Nick Saban officially becomes the University of Alabama's head football coach following his contract approval.

His alliance in ruins, Tecumseh sided with the British in the War of 1812.

Fought from 17 - 19 September 480 BC, the Battle of Thermopylae has gone down in history as a shining example of courage and sacrifice in the face of overwhelming odds.

A brief analysis of a new cross biking book. Mare's book provides a comprehensive look into the sport of cyclocross bike racing.

The Sassanians rose to dominance in the middle east and Persia after overthrowing the Parthians in AD 224.

The Numantines were a Celtiberian people who took their name from their principle fortress, Numantia.

Loved by his men, admired by his peers, hard-fighting Cleburne was passed over for Army command for his unpalatable views on arming slaves to fight for the South.

When a fire breaks out, it's important to think on your feet. But, it's even more important to know what type of fire you're fighting and what you can do about it.

Ever wonder what colleges and universities get the best graduation speakers? Here's a list of the most notable commencement speakers from Spring Semester 2006.

Inept planning, partisan politics and insufficient military support places American troops in harms way. Not losing a battle does not mean you are winning the war!

Here are the core Aztec military orders from commoners to Aztec Eagle Warriors, Aztec Jaguar Warriors, Otontin and Cuachicqueh Aztec warriors.

Offensive Aztec weapons used by Aztec warriors in close combat and long-range. Ancient weaponry of the Aztec civilization from Aztec swords & clubs to Aztec bows & slings

Tony Hillerman was best known for his mystery novels set in the Southwest. His detectives Joe Leaphorn and Jim Chee set a new tradition in detective fiction.

Review of the history of slavery in the Cherokee Nation.

The Scot David Douglas had little formal education, yet became a famous botanical explorer through his work in western North America.

The threat of communism led to the creation of the HUAC which was designed to protect American society capitalism from internal and external threats.

A brief overview of a standard phalanx-to-phalanx engagement between opposing Hoplite armies in the age of the Greek City States.

Mary Collins was a Christian missionary who fought for Native American rights, was fluent in the Lakota language, and formed a lasting friendship with Chief Sitting Bull.

Since Vietnam the media genie has been out of the bottle. By reporting on the war, are journalists in fact shaping the events of Afghanistan's war?

The modern powwow has brought many ideas and changes to many tribes all across the continent. One impressive evolution has been the hair roach, worn by male dancers.