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Conquistadors, Gold and Charlemagne: How California Got Its Name

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Surfboards, huarache sandals and endless sunshine? Yes. But throw in some Conquistadors, a Spanish novel, Black Amazons and, of course, Charlemagne and - voilà - the name "California" is born.

Discover the Top Free Route Planner Tools to Optimize Your Journey

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Route planner tools offer a wide range of benefits to both individuals and businesses. Firstly, they save time. Instead of spending precious minutes or even hours planning the most efficient route, a route planner can do it within seconds. This time savings can be particularly advantageous for businesses with a fleet of vehicles, as it allows them to optimize their routes and complete more deliveries or service calls in a day.

College Pictures

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This college image gallery offers a visual perspective of some of the important aspects of attending a university. Check out these college pictures.

The Crazy Story of Borgward, the German Carmaker You've Never Heard Of

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On this episode of CarStuff, the guys bring you the story of Borgward, a former giant in the German auto industry that's trying to make a comeback.

What Was the Very First Toothbrush?

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The first recognizable toothbrush arose in the 15th century. Read a short history of the humble toothbrush at HowStuffWorks Now.

Tendergroin, Cowboy Caviar: Just What Are Rocky Mountain Oysters?

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It's the meat that's launched a thousand jokes. But how did Rocky Mountain oysters get their name and what do they taste like?

The Cozy Icelandic Christmas Tradition You'll Want to Steal

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HowStuffWorks learns about the Icelandic tradition of Jólabókaflóð or the Christmas Book Flood. Iceland is the most book-loving country in the world.

Vending Machines Bring Books and Learning to 'Book Deserts'

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Despite the established benefits of reading, books aren't accessible to everyone. One new study tried to change that with book vending machines.

What's So American About Apple Pie?

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What could be more American than apple pie? HowStuffWorks looks at the origins of the phrase 'as American as apple pie.'

How old is the electric car?

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Electric cars aren't so new today. Turns out they have been around since before the Model T. Find out how old electric cars are at HowStuffWorks.

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