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The Very Short, Symbolic Life of the Cherry Blossom

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The pink and white blooms of the cherry blossom tree often herald the arrival of spring. But in Japan, the cherry blossom is also a well-loved symbol of fleeting beauty, nostalgia and loss.

Ashura: A Holiday of Varied Significance in Islam

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Ashura, observed on the 10th of Muharram, holds varied meanings for Muslims: Shia commemorate Hussain's martyrdom, while Sunnis mark events like Moses parting the Red Sea.

How Entomophagy Works

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Entomophagy is the practice of eating insects. Bugs are nutritious and some of them taste great, but in the Western world entomophagy is a cultural taboo. Would you eat bugs?

10 Questions to Ask a Prospective Contractor

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Questions to ask a contractor could be limitless, but there are ten you must ask. Find out what the ten questions to ask a contractor are.

How Limousines Work

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Limousines have become a staple for airport transportation and formal events. Find out how limousines are manufactured and what cars are used as limousines.

10 Stars Who Died During the Filming of a Movie

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A number of things can cause a logistical bind on a movie set -- especially death. Read about 10 stars who died during the filming of a movie.

How Sitcoms Work

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Sitcoms are the backbone of American television, but have you ever wondered where this format came from? Learn about television sitcoms in this article.

10 Cool Engineering Tricks the Romans Taught Us

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When it came to building or improving things, the ancient Romans really knew their stuff. Which cool engineering tricks did they pass along to us?

How Italian Traditions Work

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What kind of traditions are celebrated in Italy? Read about Italian traditions at HowStuffWorks.

25 of the World's Longest-reigning Monarchs

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From Athelstan, who held off the Viking invaders of Britain, to Sobhuza, the longest-serving king of Eswatni (formerly Swaziland), here are 25 of the world's longest-serving monarchs.

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