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Why Is a Four-leaf Clover Lucky?
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For centuries, people have considered the four-leaf clover to be magical. Learn more about four-leaf clovers and their luck factor at HowStuffWorks.
What Does SOS Mean?
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SOS was the most commonly used distress signal from the turn of the 20th century until before WWII. But exactly what does SOS mean?
Molasses: The Sticky Story of a Dark and Syrupy Sweetener
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The wonderfully thick, dark syrup called molasses has been used in cooking for centuries and is still prized around the world today for its smokey sweetness.
How Sailing Works
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Sailing has been a popular recreational sport since the 17th century. Learn about different types of sailing, sailing terms and sailing safety.
10 Unexpected Garden Decorations
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Garden decorations have been used for centuries, but recently, they've become a little unique. See 10 totally unexpected garden decorations here.
Which Element Are you?
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The four elements have been used to describe human behavior for centuries. Astrological signs are associated with them. Professions are associated with them. Which one is yours?
The History of Roller Skating
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The history of roller skating is a winding road that started with John Joseph Merlin in the 18th century and evolved into multiple sports we still play today.
The History of Lilith, From Demon to Adam's First Wife to Feminist Icon
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The black-haired "demoness" of folklore turns up in many ancient legends, but in the 21st century, Lilith has been recast as a feminist symbol. This is her story.
Who Invented Graham Crackers and Why?
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Graham crackers were invented by Presbyterian minister Sylvester Graham as part of a radical 19th-century diet. His goal? To curb joy and sexual desires.
What the Stuff?!: 5 Things You Didn't Know About Einstein
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You know Einstein as one of the most important figures in 20th-century physics. But chances are there's a lot about this dude you've never heard.