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How Zoot Suits Work

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Zoot suits have an interesting story you might not know about. Read about zoot suits at HowStuffWorks.

How Sock Hops Worked

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Sock hops can be a lot of fun, but where did they come from? Learn about sock hops at HowStuffWorks.

Bad Luck Comes in Threes: Separating Superstition from Reality

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Explore the belief that bad luck comes in threes. Uncover origins, cultural influences, and the psychology behind the superstition.

How Mahjong Works

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Mahjong is a strategy game that originated in China. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about Mahjong.

Is Santeria Considered Witchcraft? A Deep Dive into the Tradition

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Is Santeria witchcraft? Discover the origins, rituals, and cultural significance of Santeria, and why it's often misunderstood as witchcraft.

Hurricane Julia 2022

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Learn about Hurricane Julia's origins, its impact, and its place in the history of tropical storms and hurricanes.

Does lighting a cigarette with a candle cause a sailor to die?

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There is a superstition that lighting a cigarette with a candle will cause a sailor to die. Learn the origins of this superstition at HowStuffWorks.

Outlaw: A Chopper Profile

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Outlaw is a custom motorcycle that began as a Triumph Bonneville originally built in the 1970s. See photos and specifications for this chopper.

How Silly Putty Works

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It's hard to imagine childhood before Silly Putty. Get the scoop on Silly Putty at HowStuffWorks.

How Naming the Continents Works

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The names of the continents are well known but their origins are rather hazy. Learn about the names of the continents and where they come from.

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