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The Origins of Buddhism: A Very Brief History

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The origins of Buddhism trace back over 2,500 years to ancient India, where a spiritual teacher named Siddhartha Gautama achieved enlightenment and became the Buddha.

What Does It Mean to 'Take It With a Grain of Salt'?

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Take it with a grain of salt means to be skeptical about something. But where does the phrase come from?

Where Did the 'DEE-FENSE' Sports Chant Come From?

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At many sports games, you'll hear the cry 'DEE-FENSE.' HowStuffWorks finds out who started it and why.

How Volunteer Opportunities for Kids Work

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Volunteer opportunities for kids are a great way to teach them selflessness. Learn all about volunteer opportunities for kids at HowStuffWorks.

Henna Tattoos: The History of an Ancient Art

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Henna tattoos seem to be everywhere and all the rage, but the rich tradition behind this beautiful form of body art began as a wedding staple in ancient India.

The Most Expensive City in the U.S. and 9 Painfully Pricey Contenders

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What’s the most expensive city in the U.S.? The answer depends on how you calculate cost, but some major cities stand out for their soaring living costs, housing prices, and everyday expenses.

How Sustainable Communities Work

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Sustainable communities strive to lower their impact on the environment without lowering the quality of life. Learn how sustainable communities work.

10 Plants Lost to History

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Are trees and shrubs as cute as pandas? As awe-inspiring as whales? Maybe not, but many are in danger of going the way of the dodo - just like countless leafy greens before them. Learn about some amazing plants we lost to history.

Can You Identify This Restored Plane from an Image?

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Rise from your grave! These knights of the skies could not rest. Can you recognize these grand old warbirds? Prove it with this quiz!

10 Olympic Games That Nearly Bankrupted Their Host Countries

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The cost of hosting an Olympic Games is astronomical. Learn about 10 Olympics that nearly bankrupted their host countries.

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