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Lougawou: A Haitian Vodou Werewolf
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In Haitian folklore, few figures spark more curiosity than the lougawou. Often described as a werewolf-like creature, the lougawou comes from a mix of African mythology, colonial history and Haitian Vodou.
10 Countries With the Lowest Crime Rate, Based on Global Peace Index
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Feeling safe where you live is about more than just locking your door. It depends on everything from political stability to healthcare to how a country handles conflict.
Why Do Data Centers Need Water? Especially Billions of Gallons?
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In our increasingly digital world, data centers are the unseen backbone of the internet.
9 Best Countries for Healthcare (Important Info for Expats)
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If you are researching the best countries for healthcare, you are really comparing how well national systems deliver quality medical care, control costs, and produce strong health outcomes.
Do moose really walk the streets of Alaskan cities?
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Moose in Alaska are so prevalent that residents get used to seeing them along the road. Learn why moose in Alaska cause harm to others and themselves.
What's the one thing you can do to your home to save the most energy?
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Saving home energy can be as easy as insulating your house's envelope. Learn more about ways you can save home energy through insulation.
Can You Match the Traditional Clothing to Its Country of Origin?
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Traditional dress has been a part of people's cultures for centuries, and today, people still wear formal dress items during cultural events and on weddings. Are you a know-it-all? Let's see if you can name all traditional attires from around the world.
How Radioactive Cleanup Works
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It's lunchtime, and you've spastically spilled soda all over your desk. Chances are you could tackle that mess faster than we could say "Mr. Clean." What do you do though when the spill is radioactive?
Casket vs. Coffin: Comparing the Burial Containers
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Made of plain pine or shaped like a shoe, mourners may inter them, suspend them or set them ablaze. How much do caskets and coffins differ?
How Mortgages Work
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A mortgage is a loan in which your house functions as the collateral. Learn about mortgages in this article from HowStuffWorks.