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What's a shotgun house?
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A shotgun house is modestly built and constructed in very close proximity to other shotgun houses. Learn about the shotgun house and it's history.
10 Great Cupcake and Frosting Combinations
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Cupcake and frosting combinations can really make a cupcake spectacular. Learn these 10 great cupcake and frosting combinations.
How War Dogs Work
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Was a dog really the first to encounter bin Laden? We may never know, but we do know that man's best friend has been serving in wars for centuries, getting soldiers smokes, sniffing out bombs and patrolling borders. Why do canines make such good soldiers?
How Some Cities Prepare to Withstand Climate Change
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Rising sea levels, increased flood and extreme heat are all signs of climate change. Cities are trying some innovate strategies to cope with and mitigate these events.
10 Serial Killers Who Have Never Been Caught
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Americans have a macabre fascination with serial killers. And it's particularly engrossing to speculate about the ones still at large. Here are the stories behind 10 serial killers who got away.
1950-1959 Cadillac
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The 1950-1959 Cadillac models expressed America's postwar prosperity and ambition. Learn about the Cadillacs of the '50s.
Harriet Tubman's Life and Impact on the Underground Railroad
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Harriet Tubman was a conductor on the Underground Railroad. But she was so much more. HowStuffWorks looks at this American legend.
Who Was Your Soulmate in a Past Life?
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What would the other half of your soul be like in a past life? Perhaps in a previous life, you were paired with your perfect match, and you spent your days hand in hand. Take a trip to the past to meet them!
What Is Sassafras and Is it Safe?
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HowStuffWorks looks at the many uses and potential dangers of sassafras.
Did the Dutch really trade Manhattan for nutmeg?
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Did the Dutch really trade New Netherland for nutmeg? Find out why nutmeg was more valuable than Manhattan.