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The 'Straight Up' History of the Iconic Martini Glass
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You know the story behind the martini: James Bond always orders his "shaken, not stirred." But what's the story behind the classic glass it's always served in?
Why Is AAPI Heritage Month Celebrated in May?
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AAPI Month commemorates two important dates in Asian American history, but it wouldn't have become a reality without the efforts of one determined woman with some Congressional backing.
Why Do Some U.S. Bills Have a Star at the End of the Serial Number?
Most U.S. currency contains a serial number that ends with a letter, but some end or begin with a star instead. What does the letter stand for? What is the significance of the star?
What's the Meaning of 420 and Why Is 4/20 Weed Day?
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Nope, it's not the police code for marijuana possession. It has a much cooler origin story. Find out about the meaning of 420.
How Squatting Works
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Squatting is setting up camp on land or moving into an unused building. Learn what laws protect squatters and how squatting affects culture.
How Diesel-fueled Hybrids Work
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New diesel engines are clean, powerful and reliable, so wouldn't it be great if an automaker built a diesel hybrid? Learn about diesel hybrid vehicles here.
How Interest Rates Work
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Interest rates are basically the price we pay for living in a world that relies heavily on credit and debt. Find out how interest rates work in this article.
How Sports Betting Works
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sports betting, betting on sports
How the Minerva Project Works
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What's the next revolution in college education? Find out how the Minerva Project works at HowStuffWorks.
Bridge Pictures
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Bridge Pictures give you a glimpse of some of the most amazing engineering accomplishments. Check out this collection of bridge pictures.