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Christo Was His Name, Wrapping Was His Game
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From early wrapped objects to monumental outdoor projects, the work of the late artist Christo transcended the traditional bounds of painting, sculpture and architecture.
Opus 40: Harvey Fite's Bluestone Sculpture Park in Upstate NY
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Opus 40 is a 6.5-acre (2.6-hectare) earthwork sculpture that was hand-cut and created by artist Harvey Fite over a 37-year period. So how did he do it?
Commercial Ancestry Tests Can Reveal How Much Neanderthal DNA You Have
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At least two commercial DNA testing services offer users information on heritage coming from coupling between ancient humans and other species.
Donate Your Hair to Help Keep Our Water Clean
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Hair trimmings from salons and personal donations can be repurposed as mats that soak up oil spills and help protect the environment.
Benefits of Traditional Hawaiian Lomi Lomi Massage
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What are the benefits of the Hawaiian lomi lomi massage? Find out the benefits of the Hawaiian lomi lomi massage in this article.
The Glass Lizard, aka Glass Snake, Makes Its Tail Shatter
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Today, we’re diving into the world of the glass snake, more commonly known as a glass lizard. They aren’t actually snakes at all; they’re several species of legless lizard. That's right, glass lizards look an awful lot like snakes, but they have some key differences that set them apart.
Which Places Have a Blue and Yellow Flag? There Are at Least 8
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Blue and yellow flags are common among national and state flags, and the blue and yellow color combinations often symbolize nature.
Every White Flag With a Red Cross We Could Find (and Then Some)
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Flags aren't just colorful pieces of fabric waving in the wind; they're symbols, each one packed with history, identity and meaning. Today, we're exploring a striking type of flag seen across the globe: the white flag with a red cross. (We'll also take a look at flags that display the inverse: a white cross on a red background).
The Slowest Animal in the World and 15 Fellow Slowpokes
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The animal kingdom is home to some truly slow-moving creatures that take life at a leisurely pace. The slowest animal in the world uses sluggish movements that require less energy, which is crucial for animals with limited food resources. Being so slow that they look completely still is a good strategy to hide from vicious predators.
Ridiculous History: Breadfruit, the Bounty and the Birth of Globalization
HowStuffWorks looks at the story of how Lt. Bligh and his breadfruit expedition not only spawned a famous mutiny but also the start of global trade.