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How the Cowboy Saddled Up and Rode Into American History
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Many think of cowboys as part of the American fabric. And they are. But cowboys aren't an American phenomenon and they certainly didn't get their start in the U.S.
Why the Mint Julep Is the Official Drink of the Kentucky Derby
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The mint julep is as synonymous with the Kentucky Derby as big hats and seersucker suits. But how did this drink wind up at the world's most famous horse race?
The Light and Fluffy History of Southern Biscuits
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Biscuits have come a long way since their incarnation as hard, dry rations meant simply for survival. HowStuffWorks looks at the history of biscuits.
No Need to Beware the Ides of March, Actually
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March 15, the Ides of March, has become synonymous with betrayal, lost loyalty and unwelcome surprises. But should this day still make us wary?
All Shook Up: The Ultimate Elvis Quiz
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Nearly 40 years after his death, Elvis Presley is still the King. See how much you know about this icon of movies, music, pop culture and unusual appetites. (Fried peanut butter and banana sandwiches anyone?)
Ever Driven Any of the 9 Longest Roads in the World?
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The U.S. has some of the longest highways in the world, but the nine longest are scattered all over the globe.
The White House Has a Spooktacular Haunted History
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The White House is often called the most haunted house in America and it's known to be rife with the unquiet spirits of past residents.
The Great Yellowstone National Park Quiz
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It is the most famous national park on planet Earth. How much do you know about America's renowned Yellowstone National Park?
Scurvy: The Scourge of the High Seas Remains at Large Today
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HowStuffworks looks at the symptoms and treatment of scurvy and why it was so associated with sailors and pirates.
How Natural Burial Works
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Natural burial is becoming more popular as people begin to eschew unnatural internment processes. Learn about natural burial or green burial.