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How Rolex Came to Rule the Wrist

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The Rolex name is synonymous with luxury. But how did this watch company become one of the most famous brands in the world? HowStuffWorks explains.

How Atlanta's Cyclorama Was Used to 'Spin' the Civil War

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After the Civil War, the U.S. was still divided. HowStuffWorks talked to experts about how a monumental piece of art was used to rewrite the narrative.

How Azaleas Became the Signature Flowers of the South

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These showy pink, purple, red and white blossoms dazzle through the spring and summer and are ubiquitous throughout the southern U.S.

5 Famous Sideshow Entertainers

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Many sideshow performers were successful, but some stole the spotlight. Learn about five famous sideshow entertainers at HowStuffWorks.

The Food Safety Quiz

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Whether you are a home cook or an executive chef, you must be careful in the kitchen! Do you know as much about food safety as you think you do? Follow our recipe, and find out!

Can You Guess the Famous Commercial From a Quote?

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Do you know which cereal goes "Snap! Crackle! Pop!"? What about which coffee brand America runs on? If you're an expert on commercials, you'll find that this quiz is good to the last drop!

The America Quiz

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Land of the free and home of the brave, yes, that is the United States of America! But just how much do you really know about the USA?

The True History of Commodus, the Mad Emperor of Ancient Rome

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Son of the venerated Marcus Aurelius, Commodus went in the other direction, killing scores of men and exotic animals in gladiatorial bloodbaths and dressing up in a lion's skin.

Kowloon Walled City Once Was the Most Densely Packed Place on Earth

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Some 50,000 people jammed in an area one-hundredth of a square mile. An urban planning nightmare, it was home to gangs, factories and vibrant nightlife. How did it start, and what caused it to end?

How Cup Noodles Became an Instant Hit in America

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You might have survived off ramen noodles in your 20s. Certainly you've had them at some point in your life. But have you ever considered how Cup Noodle made its way to the U.S.?

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