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Boston, New York, Texas: The Origins of These and Other Great American Accents

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What does Boston have against the letter R? Why do Minnesotans sometimes drag out the 'O' sound? And what about the Noo Yawk accent?

Isis: Goddess of Funeral Rites and Healing in Ancient Egypt

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Isis, goddess of healing and funeral rites, was one of the most important Egyptian deities and arguably one of the most prominent female deities in the ancient world.

8 Most Densely Populated Cities in the World

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Statistically, over half of the people reading this article live in a city, with a higher population density than rural or suburban areas. For instance, New York City has nearly 27,000 people crammed into each square mile (2.6 square km) of land.

How Many Religions Are There? Which Ones Are Most Influential?

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Religion is as diverse as humanity, with major world religions well-known, yet countless others have existed throughout history.

How Has Interracial Marriage Been Treated Around the World?

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What's the state of interracial marriage in the United States and around the world? Learn more in this HowStuffWorks article.

6 Famous Paintings That Hold Hidden Messages

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Painters love to include hidden symbols and meanings inside works. Here are six famous pieces with hidden messages you may have missed.

Pantheon vs. Parthenon: What's the Difference?

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It's easy to confuse the Parthenon and the Pantheon. The names are so similar, and they're both ancient ruins. But despite those similarities, the two structures are very different.

Your Sushi May Not Be as Healthy as You Think

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Fresh fish is full of good nutrients. But sushi can be good or bad depending on what you order. HowStuffWorks breaks it down.

Who Is the Sandman?

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Is he a jolly little man in jammies or a monster carrying a sack of eyeballs? European legend says the Sandman is probably both.

Arrival of European Breeds Wiped Out Native American Dogs

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Ancient American dogs were almost completely wiped out when the Europeans arrived. HowStuffWorks looks at the lasting legacy they did leave behind.

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