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The Gullah Geechee Tradition of 'Haint Blue' Paint Keeps the Spirits Away
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The Gullah Geechee people painted porch ceilings blue to trick haints into thinking their houses were surrounded by water, which a haint can't cross.
Why You'll Go Bananas for Mangosteens
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Sometimes referred as the 'queen of fruit,' the mangosteen has a soft white interior, a mild taste.
Ulysses S. Grant Was One of the Greatest Military Generals in U.S. History
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As the commanding general of the Union Army, Grant helped save the United States during the Civil War. But how was he as the 18th U.S. president?
Moths Are Mother Nature's Secret Pollinators
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Bees get a lot of credit for pollinating important food crops, but they get a lot of secret help from their nocturnal friends, the moths.
Crayola Unveils New Crayons for Kids of All Colors
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Gone are the days of peach and flesh crayons. Crayola just created 24 skin tone crayons to help advance inclusion through coloring.
Why Marcus Aurelius Matters, in 5 of His Classic Quotes
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Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius is remembered today, mainly for a short philosophical book he wrote called 'Meditations.' We peek inside it.
5 Things to Know Before You Shoot Video of a Possible Crime
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Recording a video that could potentially become evidence in a criminal case can be very complicated. What do you need to consider before you pull out your phone?
What's the Difference Between Butter and Shortening?
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Both are essential fats for baking, but they bring different flavors, textures and even appearances to the end product. So is one better than the other?
Take Our Spicy 'Dune' Quiz
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'The spice must flow,' is a famous quote from 'Dune.' Test your knowledge of the 1965 novel and 2021 movie with our quiz.
Must-have Bar Essentials to Make Killer Cocktails at Home
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You don't have to go out to have a killer cocktail if you have a killer bar setup at home. We'll tell you exactly what you need to make it happen.