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How the White House Rose Garden Became the Most Famous Garden in the World

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The White House Rose Garden has been the scene of many history-making events, but the story of its creation is a fascinating tale in itself.

Fallingwater Is Considered Frank Lloyd Wright's Masterpiece. Here's Why

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Set over Bear Run, a tributary of the Youghiogheny River in the mountains of southwestern Pennsylvania, Fallingwater is perhaps the architect's best-known work.

A Pit Viper Snake Can 'See' You, Even in the Dark

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Pit vipers also carry venom in twin glands behind their eyes, delivered through movable fangs that can be folded up against the roof of their mouth.

Why You Should Totally Dig Prairie Dogs

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These chunky little guys aren't dogs at all. They're actually part of the rodent family and they're shockingly smart.

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.

Mrs. Cheng: The Most Successful Pirate in History

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HowStuffWorks looks at the career of Mrs. Cheng, aka Ching Shih, a famous female pirate of the 19th century who patrolled the South China Sea.

It's International Women's Day and Time to 'Embrace Equity'

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March 8, International Women's Day, has been celebrated around the world for more than a century. This year's theme is "Embrace Equity."

Are There Medical Reasons to Get a Tattoo?

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Tattoos used to be taboo. But today nearly one in three people has one. And some people are getting them for reasons other than to decorate their bodies.

What If the Earth Had Two Moons?

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Tons of planets have more than one moon. Heck, Jupiter and Saturn have more than 50 each, and they seem to be doing just fine. So why is it that the idea of a second moon for Earth has scientists throwing up red flags?

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