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How the Jumping the Broom Ceremony Works
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Why do people jump the broom? Read about the jumping the broom ceremony at HowStuffWorks.
The Humble History of Pumpkin Pie
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It's a pie. Filled with squash. Who in the world decided that was a good idea? HowStuffWorks slices and dices the history of the pumpkin pie.
The Gleaners by Jean-Francois Millet
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"The Gleaners" is Jean-Francois Millet's most famous painting. Learn about Impressionism and why Millet chose to paint the life of rural France.
Walter Hagen
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Walter Hagen was the first American professional golfer. Learn more about Walter Hagen's life and successful golfing career.
Is 7/7/07 a lucky day?
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July 7, 2007 is considered by many people to be one of the luckiest days of the century. Find out what the excitement surrounding 7/7/07 is all about.
17 Silly and Unusual Motorcycle Names
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These odd motorcycle names were popular throughout the 20th century even if the models didn't last. Read our 17 list of silly and unusual motorcycle names.
How Spanglish Works
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A hybrid of English and Spanish known as Spanglish can be heard in many predominantly Hispanic areas as well as on TV and in movies. Learn where it came from and how it works.
Madeleine in the Bois dAmour by Emile Bernard
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Post-Impressionist painter Emile Bernard painted Madeleine in the Bois d'Amour while visiting his good friend Paul Gauguin. See this painting here.
The Talisman by Paul Serusier
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Paul Serusier met Paul Gauguin in 1888, and shortly afterward painted The Talisman. Read about the Impressionist Paul Serusier and his enigmatic work.
The Best Turquoise Is More Valuable Than Diamonds
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Cultures all over the world have treasured turquoise for its color and rarity for thousands of years - from Native American jewelry and Aztec and Mesoamerican art to King Tutankhamun's death mask.