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If at First You Don't Succeed, Try Tripe Again
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Humans have been cooking and eating tripe for centuries. Think you can stomach it? HowStuffWorks takes a look at how to prep and cook this beef offal.
Frances Perkins: The Unsung Creator of U.S. Social Security
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FDR'sS secretary of labor was responsible for the social 'safety net' programs that kept Americans afloat during the dark days of the Depression.
A Look at Spanish-speaking Countries and Regional Dialects
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Like English, Spanish is a global language with nearly 600 million Spanish speakers worldwide. There are many Spanish-speaking countries, from the 21 nations with Spanish as their official language, to other countries with significant populations of people who speak Spanish as their native language or as a second language.
Is Cold-Shocking Your Body After a Sauna a Good Idea?
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The Finnish people tout the therapeutic benefits of a hot sauna, followed by a cold plunge into a lake. And they would know. They're credited with starting the practice and have been doing it for centuries.
Live Life as a Cowboy and We'll Guess Your Old West Name
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The time of the Old West remains one of the least understood and most romanticized periods of American history, but it is hard to imagine oneself there. Take on the role of a cowboy and we'll hand you a moniker, partner.
How Bees Work
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Bees have been included in myths and legends for centuries. Learn about bees, the anatomy of bees and how colony collapse disorder affects bees.
Can You Identify the State Abbreviation From a State's Outline?
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When it comes to geography, they say the average American can't locate Afghanistan on a map, but how about Iowa? Take a look at these 50 state outlines and see if you can identify the correct abbreviation.
How St. Patrick's Day Works
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There's more to St. Patrick's Day than beer and gaudy green attire. Learn about the story, the saint, the shamrocks and the famous Blarney Stone.
Does Chicken Soup Really Help When You're Sick?
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Preparing a bowl of chicken soup for a loved one when they're sick has been a common practice throughout the world for centuries. But does it help you get well?
How the U.S. Capitol's Design Was Chosen By Public Competition
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The U.S. Capitol is one of the most impressive buildings in the world. And how its design was chosen is quite a story. HowStuffWorks explains.