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10 Most Popular Desserts in the United States

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If your sweet tooth is aching, what do you reach for? Ice cream, cheesecake? Chances are that sugar fix is one of the most popular desserts in the country.

Ultimate Guide to the Abruzzo Wine Region

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The Abruzzo wine region is among Italy's best. Learn all about the Abruzzo wine region at HowStuffWorks.

How Mexican Traditions Work

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Many Mexican traditions go back for hundreds of years. Read about Mexican traditional food, clothing, music and more at HowStuffWorks.

Can You Identify the World Capital When Only Shown One Photo of It? Most Fail!

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The Eiffel Tower not only represents Paris, but the symbol of the country globally. A symbol which embodies the city of love and a country that not only produces fragrant cheeses but also performed the world's first artificial heart transplant and face transplant. But you already know that! So see how many other world capitals you can recognize!

Can You Tell What Countries These International Border Crossings Are In?

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Borders delineate the shapes of nations and the limits of their reach, culturally, militarily and in terms of natural resources. Border crossings have been flashpoints throughout history. Could you recognize them if you saw them?

Is Fiberglass Dangerous?

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Is fiberglass insulation dangerous? Fiberglass insulation is how we keep energy costs down. Learn why some think fiberglass is as bad as asbestos.

Were people vying to become slaves in the Ottoman Empire?

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Some Ottoman slaves were volunteers, believe it or not. Read about the devsirme system and the appeal of becoming an Ottoman slave.

Why the Massive Maginot Line Failed to Stop Hitler

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After WWI, the French built a fortress of bunkers at its borders to stop another German invasion. But the Maginot Line has come to have a second meaning as a bad defense strategy.

How to Plan a Madrigal Dinner

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Thinking of hosting a madrigal dinner this holiday season? See these tips on how to plan a madrigal dinner to get started.

What Was Jesus' Real Name? The Path From Hebrew to Today

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Have you ever wondered how the historical figure known as Jesus was actually referred to in his own time and place? Hint: It wasn't by that name.

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