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Why the Mint Julep Is the Official Drink of the Kentucky Derby

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The mint julep is as synonymous with the Kentucky Derby as big hats and seersucker suits. But how did this drink wind up at the world's most famous horse race?

What's the Difference Between Pyrite and Gold?

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Don't know your fool's gold from the real deal? We'll tell you how to tell what's pyrite (aka fool's gold) and the good ol' 24 karat stuff you want.

The Secret South Carolina 'Monkey Farm' That Helped Develop the Polio Vaccine

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A little-known research facility in South Carolina housed thousands of monkeys and was key to developing the polio vaccine.

The Immigrant Paradox: Why Acculturation Should Not Mean Assimilation

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Studies have shown that for immigrants, assimilation into the new culture can be bad for your health, family relationships and educational attainment.

Memorial Day in the U.S. Means Way More Than Barbecue

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Today Americans mostly celebrate it as the start of summer. But the annual May holiday has a significant history that's worthy of acknowledgment.

How Many People Died on the Trail of Tears?

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HowStuffWorks looks at the history and legacy of the Trail of Tears and the five tribes affected: Cherokee, Choctaw, Creek, Seminole and Chickasaw.

Get Out the Haggis, It's Burns Night!

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HowStuffWorks learns about Burns Night suppers, which celebrate the life and legacy of Scotland and the poet Robert Burns.

5 Famous People With Seriously Long Names

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These five famous people have names so long, just saying them will leave you breathless. HowStuffWorks looks at the stories behind the names.

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