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Pink Quartz Meaning: A Look at the Real Love Stone
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This beautiful pink quartz is found in numerous places throughout the world and is thought to be associated with unconditional love.
Not Just Rocks: The Geology Quiz
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Geologists study the processes and substances that form Earth. Most of those processes happen over millions of years, but this quiz only takes a few minutes! Find out how rock solid your knowledge of geology is.
What Does 'Caucasian' Really Mean?
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It's easy to equate Caucasian with white. But the word Caucasian touches on issues deeper than skin color. HowStuffWorks looks at its true meaning.
How Yurts Work
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Yurts are circular lattice-walled tent used throughout history by nomads in Central Asia. Find out why yurts are popular with campers and nomads.
8 Best Countries for Digital Nomads (Especially if You Speak Spanish)
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For many remote workers, choosing where to live is as simple as picking a place with reliable internet, good coffee and better weather. But some spots go the extra kilometer.
15 Famous Rhodes Scholars
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Each year about 103 students earn a Rhodes scholarship to study at the University of Oxford. Learn about some of the most famous Rhodes scholars, including Bill Clinton, transportation secretary Pete Buttigieg and journalist Ronan Farrow.
American Flag Pictures
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These American flag pictures show the different designs of the United States flag over time. Check out pictures of the American Flag in this collection.
These 6 U.S. States Once Declared Themselves Independent Nations
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Many states (or territories) that are now part of the U.S.A. were once independent, even if not recognized as such by other countries. We'll look at some of them.
Poinsettia: The Mexican Christmas Flower That Blooms in the Dark
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Poinsettia blooms in early winter and is popular around Christmas, but it's demanding and needs several hours of daily darkness to rebloom.
Cryptozoology: Hunting Bigfoot and Other Mysterious Beasts
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Cryptozoology is the study of creatures that are rumored to exist. But for true believers, these "cryptids" are alive and well and lurking among us.