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Brilliance or Blarney: The St. Patrick's Day Traditions Quiz
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St. Patrick's Day can be one of the most fun holidays of the year - and one of the most misunderstood. Who was St. Patrick? Why are people pinching me? Whose idea was it to dye entire rivers green? Find out these answers and more as you kiss the Blarney Stone and learn (or confirm) the truth about St. Patrick's Day.
How Rhodes Scholarships Work
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Rhodes Scholarships pay for post-graduate work at the University of Oxford. Learn about Rhodes Scholarships in this article from HowStuffWorks.
What's a Mezuzah and What's Inside the Case?
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Many Jewish people will affix a mezuzah, a decorative case, to the doorframe of their houses. What's the significance of this?
Why the Massive Maginot Line Failed to Stop Hitler
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After WWI, the French built a fortress of bunkers at its borders to stop another German invasion. But the Maginot Line has come to have a second meaning as a bad defense strategy.
19 Amazing Facts About the Canadian Provinces
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O Canada ... the country where you can order a cocktail with a human toe in it (and other quirky things about those Canucks up North).
Westminster Dog Show Celebrates 145 Years, But 2021 Will Be Different
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The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show has been around longer than basketball. Heck even light bulbs. For the first time, it won't have any human spectators and it will be held outside.
Should You Turn Your Heat Down When You're Not Home?
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As you leave home on a winter morning, you may wonder whether to turn off your heat, turn it down or let it maintain a cozy temperature. Which will save the most energy and money? The answer might surprise you.
Bikram Yoga Explained
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Is bikram yoga right for you? With hot temperatures and 90-minute classes, it can be intimidating. We give you all you need to know about bikram yoga.
How Hopscotch Works
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Throw your marker, jump to your square. Hopscotch has simple rules, but many variations. Find out about the ancient game still vogue on playgrounds.
How to Make a Fire Safety Plan for Your Home
Are you wondering how to make a fire safety plan for your home? Then check out this article on how to make a fire safety plan for your home.