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Vincent van Gogh Paintings from Paris
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Vincent van Gogh rejuvenated his life and his art in Paris. Explore this article to learn about and admire the paintings van Gogh completed in Paris.
What if I wanted to build a Great Pyramid today?
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To build a Great Pyramid today you would run into cost and labor issues that didn't exist in ancient Egypt. Learn about building a pyramid today.
DIY: Make a Homemade Pizza Stone for $5 Dollars
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You can create artisan breads and pizza easily and cheaply with one of these. Learn more about making a homemade pizza stone for $5.
Towering Obelisks Are Everywhere. Here's Why They're So Awe-inspiring
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Obelisks can be found in cities throughout the world, from Washington, D.C., to Paris, France. But what is the origin of these massive structures?
What Was Really Behind Agatha Christie's Mysterious Disappearance?
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In 1926, famed crime novelist Agatha Christie went missing for 11 days under very strange circumstances. Even today, questions linger about why she did it.
Try Your Luck on the Mission: Impossible Quiz!
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Do you think you have what it takes to be an honorary member of the "Mission: Impossible" team? Let's see if you can get through this quiz before it self-destructs!
How Efflorescence Works
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Even Michelangelo had to deal with efflorescence -- white deposits that appear on masonry -- while painting the Sistine Chapel. What causes this unsightly problem, and how can you address it if it shows up on the surfaces of your home?
Which athletes live the longest?
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Which athletes live the longest? Find out which athletes live the longest and endure the least injury in their sports.
Concrete or granite -- which is the better countertop?
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Concrete or granite countertops can be one of the biggest decisions in a modern kitchen renovation project. Find out which countertops are ideal.
How Steam Shovels Work
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Antique steam shovels can still be found rusting away at old mining sites or painstakingly restored and on display in museums the world over. How much do you know about these mammoth-sized digging tools?