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Who Invented the Fortune Cookie?
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You crack open the fortune cookie at the end of your meal and ... well, it may not exactly tell your future, but who doesn't secretly hope it promises something fabulous?
Marzipan Is the Sweet Almond Treat You Need This Holiday
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Some form of marzipan can be dated back to ancient Egypt. But today this sweet confection is as traditional a holiday treat as they get.
The Ultimate 'A Christmas Story' Quiz
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'A Christmas Story' is the anti-Hallmark Card film about the holidays. Take this HowStuffWorks quiz to find out more about this classic movie.
Casting Han Solo Was Harder Than Blowing Up the Death Star
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Han Solo might be one of the most iconic characters to come from the cinemas, but casting him was pretty challenging. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
Hispanic or Latino? It's Complicated
HowStuffWorks explores the differences between terms like Hispanic, Latino, Chicano and Mexican-American.
Cucamelon: Not the Love Child of a Cucumber and a Watermelon
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The cucamelon is about the size of a grape but it packs a big, tart punch. Just don't expect cucamelons to taste like cucumbers or watermelons!
How Subway Tile Moved From the Underground to the Urban Home
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Subway tiles were created specifically for use in the New York City subway system, but consumers love them too, as they add a touch of retro urban sophistication to almost any home.
POW/MIA Bracelets Helped U.S. Remember Missing Soldiers
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POW/MIA bracelets were sold by the thousands to Americans in an effort to remember them. HowStuffWorks takes looks at these relics of the Vietnam War.
What are quick-time events?
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Video games often require you to think on your fingertips. Learn all about quick-time events at HowStuffWorks.
Can You Match the NFL Team to Their Stadium?
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Every NFL team has a home base. These stadiums are built like the colosseums of ancient Rome and Greece. So fitting for the heated competitions that take place within each of them!