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The Slithering Serpent and 6 Other Secrets of Chichén Itzá

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The archeological site Chichén Itzá is one of Mexico's most popular tourist draws. Here are some things you may not know about this wonder.

10 No-cook Dinners for Summer

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Are you looking for some quick and easy no-cook dinners for summer? Check out these 10 delicious no-cook dinners for summer.

Can You Identify These Flowers That Grow From Bulbs?

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Not all daffodils, tulips and lilies grow from bulbs, but there's a hefty bouquet of these and other flower species that do grow from the fleshy stems. Show off your flower power and separate the bulbous from the nonbulbous blooms!

Aztec Achievements: Crafting a Legacy of Innovation

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The Aztecs, often associated with warfare and elaborate rituals, gave birth to a sophisticated system of government, remarkable artistic endeavors and a resilient language. Let's dive deeper into their remarkable contributions.

How the Secretary of State Works

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The secretary of state has a lot of important responsibilities. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about the secretary of state.

How the 19th Century Invented Modern Christmas

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The 1800s saw the birth of many of the Christmas customs, from Santa Claus to lights, that we know and love today.

How Removing Public Monuments Works

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Controversy surrounds the removal of public monuments honoring the U.S. Confederacy. But who or what determines which monuments go up or come down?

Amerigo Vespucci, a Lurid Pamphlet and the Naming of America

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It pays to promote. That's how Amerigo Vespucci got a new continent named in his honor. That and a little historical misunderstanding.

How Hurricanes Work

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How often have you watched a weather forecaster point to a spiral-shaped cloudy mass with a sense of dread and fascination? What fuels these ferocious storms?

How the Galapagos Islands Work

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The Galapagos Islands are famous for giving Charles Darwin the inspiration for his theory of evolution. Learn about the Galapagos Islands.

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