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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.
Is Voice of America's Mission of Objectivity In Danger?
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Voice of America, the U.S. government-controlled media network, has long had a reputation for being a source of unbiased news in contrast to the government-controlled media in countries it reaches.
How the Cowboy Saddled Up and Rode Into American History
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Many think of cowboys as part of the American fabric. And they are. But cowboys aren't an American phenomenon and they certainly didn't get their start in the U.S.
Why the Mint Julep Is the Official Drink of the Kentucky Derby
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The mint julep is as synonymous with the Kentucky Derby as big hats and seersucker suits. But how did this drink wind up at the world's most famous horse race?
Are Chewbacca and Bigfoot Related?
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Does everyone's favorite Wookiee call Bigfoot family?
Uncle Sam: The Man, the Myth, the Legend
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He wants YOU, but who the heck was he?
'Tree-niner-fife': The Global Language of Pilots
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Pilots on international flights use aviation English, a stripped-down, specialized version of the language, to communicate with air traffic controllers.
Citizen's Arrest? Leave Collaring Criminals to the Cops
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HowStuffWorks takes a look at the laws behind citizen's arrests in the U.S.
The Light and Fluffy History of Southern Biscuits
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Biscuits have come a long way since their incarnation as hard, dry rations meant simply for survival. HowStuffWorks looks at the history of biscuits.
How to Tell Someone They Sound Racist
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Not speaking up when witnessing racism sends a message that racism is OK. Learn how to tell someone they sound racist.