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Will the Leaning Tower of Pisa ever fall?

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Pisa without its precariously tilted landmark is like San Francisco without the Golden Gate or London without Buckingham Palace. Will the peculiarly enduring tower ever vanish from the Italian skyline?

All About the Pentagram: Meaning, History and Variations

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From the earliest appearance of the five-pointed star in ancient times to its former role as a Christian symbol, there are millennia of history surrounding the pentagram, meaning it's one of the oldest symbols in the world. The pentagram's significance has evolved, leaving an indelible mark on culture and spirituality.

Will checks become obsolete?

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Will checks become obsolete? Find out if checks will become obsolete at HowStuffWorks.

Bats, Cats and Spiders: Halloween's Animal Kingdom Quiz

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How much do you know about the skin-crawling creatures that stalk the night? Take our Halloween animal kingdom quiz and find out!

Who Pays if You Get Smacked by a Foul Ball?

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Foul balls rocket into the stands, hitting fans on the way. Are MLB teams liable for injuries they might cause to fans? HowStuffWorks investigates.

The Legacy of African American Spirituals in Today's Gospel and Blues Music

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Gospel and blues music and songs of the civil rights movement have roots in slave spirituals, songs of sorrow, but jubilation at the idea of freedom.

Butter 101: From Sweet Cream to Cultured

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All butters are not created equal. We take five different butters, including 'plant-based butter' and explain what makes them different.

Why Jim Thorpe Is Often Considered the Greatest Athlete of All Time

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Jim Thorpe overcame almost insurmountable obstacles, from a rough childhood to racial discrimination, to become one of the world's greatest athletes of all time.

Why Wainscoting Has Stood the Test of Time

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Wainscoting might conjure up images of stodgy oak paneling. But forget that. This design element has stood the test of time because it can seamlessly blend into just about every style and decor.

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