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What Is Asphalt Made Of?

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If you think asphalt is what hot tar roads are made of, you'd be wrong. Asphalt is only one ingredient in the recipe that makes up our roads. And it has a very long, very interesting history.

Owning an Old House: Charming Love Affair or Expensive Money Pit?

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Old houses have an undeniable charm, but there are inherent issues that can turn an older property into an emotional and financial nightmare for an owner. Knowing what to watch for can be the key.

Red Roses or Yellow? Every Flower Has a Secret Meaning

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Floriography - the association of flowers with special virtues and sentiments - has been a practice from antiquity to the present day.

Mob Boss John Gotti Never Lived Up to His 'Teflon Don' Nickname

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Gambino crime boss John Gotti is remembered as the Teflon Don for beating the legal system. But Gotti died in prison, so did he really live up to that name?

The Late Ram Dass, Renowned Spiritual Leader, Lives on Through His Teachings

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When Richard Alpert died in 2019, he was better known as Baba Ram Dass and had become a spiritual teacher, psychedelic research pioneer, best-selling author and New Age guru.

John Smith's True Story Is Way Better Than the Fictional Tale

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John Smith has been described as a tireless soldier, self-promoter and publicist. In today's speak, you might even call him an influencer.

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.

Why the Korean War Still Matters

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The Korean War technically ended, but is still not over. HowStuffWorks looks at the war and why it's still important today.

5 Causes of the Great Depression: Could It Happen Again?

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Many of the factors that contributed to the Great Depression still pose economic risks today. HowStuffWorks looks at five of them.

Can You Ignore a Subpoena?

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The Select Committee investigating Jan. 6 just subpoenaed former president Donald Trump. What happens if he ignores the subpoena?

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