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Did French kissing start in France?
French kissing appears in the Kama Sutra circa the third century. So did French kissing start in France or somewhere else? Find out.
Why in the World Do U.S. Presidents Pardon Turkeys?
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Every year the U.S. president pardons a turkey and Americans eat it up. Not the bird, but the ceremony. How did this priceless tradition even start?
SS United States: Dock in Disrepair or Sink as Reef Fodder?
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Once the crown jewel of American maritime innovation, the SS United States is again making waves — but this time, it might be under the sea.
Aromatherapy: Birch
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Birch has long been used in aromatherapy preparations to promote menstruation or to soothe skin conditions. Learn more about this essential oil.
The Greyhound-like Borzoi Can Take Down a Wolf. What Can Your Dog Do?
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A popular companion dog for European royalty for centuries, this elegant breed is still sought after worldwide, though somewhat difficult to find in the U.S.
The Dark History of Indigo, Slavery's Other Cash Crop
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HowStuffWorks traces the history of indigo from its origins and use as a cash crop for blue dye to its replacement by synthetics in the 20th century.
How Far Is Russia From Alaska?
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Sarah Palin never really said she could see Russia from her house. But how far is Russia from Alaska anyway? And can you see one country from the other?
Bison Bounced Back From Near Extinction
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Massive, majestic and deeply woven into the fabric of North American history, the bison is more than just an iconic mammal; it's a symbol of survival and conservation.
5 Things You Should Know About the 'New' Southern Ocean
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The Southern Ocean has finally been officially recognized, though scientists have known about it for over a century.
Deobandi Islam Is the Ideology Fueling the Taliban
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The roots of the Taliban's religious beliefs - Deobandi Islam - can be traced to 19th century colonial India.