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Ghana's Fantasy Coffins Are to Die For
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HowStuffWorks looks at the Ghanaian tradition of burying the dead in fantasy coffins, vibrant works of art made by skillful master carpenters.
Countries That Start With 'W' and How They Got Their Names
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Ever wondered how many countries start with "W"? Well, spoiler alert: You won't need many fingers to count them.
Why Did Hitler Write 'Mein Kampf'?
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In 1925, Adolf Hitler published the first volume of a semi-autobiographical book that laid out his racist policies. But should anyone read it?
The Fascinating Stories Behind 5 of the World's Big Currency Symbols
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Why does the dollar sign have a slash? Did a British pound originally weigh 1 pound? Find out the stories behind these and other currency symbols
What's Your Paris IQ?
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Grab your beret and head off with us to one of the world's most intriguing cities...and mais oui, there's much more to see in Paris than just the Eiffel Tower! Acing this quiz means you can pass for a local in this land of revolution and red wine.
10 'Star Trek' Technologies That Actually Came True
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Some 'Star Trek' tech actually came into existence. Take a look at this list of the top 10 'Star Trek' technologies that you can use in real life.
How Boolean Logic Works
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Boolean logic lies at the heart of the digital revolution. Find out all about Boolean gates and how by combining them you can create any digital component!
How Maps Work
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A map is a type of language, a graphic way of representing information, whether it's to show population density or tell you how to get from Point A to Point B. Here's how they're made.
Inside 'Shutter'
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Shutter is a horror movie about spirit photography. Read about Shutter.
Congee Is the Food Equivalent of a Warm, Heated Gravity Blanket
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Congee is simple comfort food at its best. This rice dish dates all the way back to ancient China, but its roots aren't based solely in Chinese food. Have you tried it?