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10 Tropical Traditions for Temperate Climates
What are some good tropical traditions that still work in temperate climates? Check out 10 tropical traditions for temperate climates at HowStuffWorks.
How dangerous are knife-throwing acts?
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Knife throwing is very dangerous. But there are strategies that a knife-thrower uses to keep an act as safe as possible. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
We Will Rock You: The Queen Quiz
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Do you know more about Queen than just the chorus of "We Are the Champions?" Prove that you're genuinely Rock-Star Royalty by acing the ultimate Queen quiz!
How did people discover wine?
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How did people discover wine? This upscale beverage had a very down-to-earth beginning. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
Would Your Car Pass the Moose Test?
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Stability control systems in cars have to pass lots of tests. HowStuffWorks looks at the history of the Moose Test.
Roman Ruins Discovered Underwater in Tunisia
Archaeologists discovered what they believe to be ruins of the Roman city of Neapolis - underwater near Tunisia.
Sacred Pipes Mean Way More Than Peace for Native Americans
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Pipes have a long history for Native Americans, and they're still revered and powerful. Just please don't call them peace pipes.
How Bartering Works
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Bartering and the barter system are alive and well, but how do they work in our modern age? Learn about the barter system and bartering.
How Presidential Memoirs Work
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With President Clinton's memoirs scheduled for release on June 22, there's a whole lot of talk going around about the nature of a presidential memoir. What is its purpose? What is the role of cold, hard facts in this type of book? How does it progress from idea to finished product? This week, find out what distinguishes a memoir from a general autobiography and see how a presidential memoir comes to be.
5 Things to Do Before Passing Down an Heirloom
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These 5 things to do before passing down an heirloom will help you avoid family confusion and strife. Read 5 things to do before passing down an heirloom.