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Why Do We Say 'Talk Turkey'?
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It's a phrase appropriate to Thanksgiving as well as other times of the year. But the most popular origin story has a disturbing explanation.
A Monumental Tribute to Crazy Horse Has Been Taking Shape for Decades
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More than 70 years ago, Lakota Chief Henry Standing Bear dedicated Thunderhead Mountain as the site of the Crazy Horse Memorial. What's taking so long?
American Bison
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The American Bison is commonly referred to as the buffalo. Get more facts at HowStuffWorks.
Unraveling the Romanticized Story of Pocahontas
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History has twisted the story of Pocahontas into one of a mythical woman who saved John Smith, converted to Christianity and married an Englishman. The truth, however, isn't so rosy.
How Many People Died on the Trail of Tears?
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HowStuffWorks looks at the history and legacy of the Trail of Tears and the five tribes affected: Cherokee, Choctaw, Creek, Seminole and Chickasaw.
20 Things You Didn't Know About Popcorn
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Popcorn is low in fat, high in fiber, and just downright tasty. Learn 20 things you didn't know about popcorn, such as what to call unpopped kernels.
Cultural Appropriation or Appreciation? Sometimes the Line Is Blurry
HowStuffWorks finds out what cultural appropriation is and gives some examples of it. Also how can you be sure you are not culturally appropriating?
What Happened to the Lost Colony at Roanoke?
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The Roanoke colony may have been doomed from the start: It failed in 1584, 1585 and again in 1587. But where did the last group go?
Why August's Moon Is Known as the Sturgeon Moon
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The August 2023 full moon is known as the sturgeon moon. This year, it's also a supermoon and will be followed by a blue moon at the end of the month!
What Is the Real Meaning Behind a Spider Web Tattoo?
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Is a spider web tattoo meaning linked to crime, time served, or personal struggles? Discover its deep symbolism, cultural shifts, and modern interpretations.