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9 Surprising Facts About Mexican Revolutionary Pancho Villa
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Assassinated at the age of 45, Francisco 'Pancho' Villa was a bandit, a politician and one of the most prominent figures of the Mexican Revolution.
20 Most Common Surnames in the U.S. (and What They Mean)
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Ever wonder what your last name says about your family's story? Turns out, some of the most common surnames in the U.S. reveal more than just ancestry; they hint at migration patterns, occupations and cultural influence across generations.
How Salt Works
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Not only do we need to consume salt, we also need it for a variety of nonfood uses. But if it's so important, why do health organizations recommend that we closely watch our intake? Apparently, there can be too much of a good thing. Learn what happens when we overload on salt or get too little of it.
How Kissing Works
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Anthropologists report that 90 percent of the people in the world kiss. Learn how one gesture has come to signify affection, celebration, grief, comfort and respect.
How Australian Traditions Work
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Many Australian traditions first began hundreds of years ago. Read about Australian traditions at HowStuffWorks.
How Irish Traditions Work
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Many Irish traditions go back for hundreds of years. Find out about Irish traditions at HowStuffWorks.
Shinzo Abe's Enduring Legacy Will Last in Japan for Generations
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The world is in shock after the assassination of Japan's longest-serving leader, former prime minister, Shinzo Abe. Who was Abe and what will be his legacy?
The Legacy of African American Spirituals in Today's Gospel and Blues Music
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Gospel and blues music and songs of the civil rights movement have roots in slave spirituals, songs of sorrow, but jubilation at the idea of freedom.
Weaving the Story of Kente Cloth, a Historic West African Fabric
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Recognized by its bright colors and rows of bold, woven patterns, kente cloth is more than a piece of fabric. Each kente cloth has meaning, which is conveyed through its colors, patterns and symbols.
Can You Name These Countries With Mostly Red Flags?
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Red for valor. Red for bravery. Red for life, for passion, for blood and for honor. Sometimes red is even for luck. Countries all around the world use red in their flags, so how many do you think you can identify? Run this quiz up the flagpole and see who salutes!