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The Fascinating Stories Behind 5 of the World's Big Currency Symbols
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Why does the dollar sign have a slash? Did a British pound originally weigh 1 pound? Find out the stories behind these and other currency symbols
Can You Pass This Very British Food Quiz?
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You may like food, but can you name all of these British foods? From bangers and mash to trifles, British foods have made their stake in the culinary world. Think you've got what it takes to match the images of these popular British foods to the answer? Take this quiz to find out!
Sorcery, Sex and Murder: The Parisian 'Affair of the Poisons' Had It All
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This sensational scandal involved sex, torture, witchcraft and poisoning. And the court of King Louis XIV, sending shockwaves through the aristocracy.
12 Renowned Women of the Wild West
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A number of women made names for themselves during the Wild West. Read our list of 12 of the most famous heroines from this time period, including Annie Oakley, Belle Starr, and Calamity Jane.
How Alan Turing and His Test Became AI Legend
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First published in 1950, the Turing Test was designed to determine whether a computer would ever be able to successfully imitate a human being. So what's the state of it now?
HowStuffWorks Newsletter Quiz
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If you took one of our recent newsletter quizzes, you've come to the right place for the answers.
How Electronic Ink Works
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Electronic ink promises to be an amazing, breakthrough technology that we will all be using in five years -- it will completely change books and newspapers!
Burdock: Herbal Remedies
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Burdock can be used in herbal remedies to treat indigestion and malnutrition. Learn about using burdock and how to make a burdock herbal tea.
Why Do We Traditionally Clean Our Homes At the Beginning of Spring?
With your checklist and cleaning supplies in hand, you're ready to scrub your house from top to bottom. But where does this seasonal tradition come from?
What's the most dangerous room in the house?
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The most dangerous room in the house might surprise you. Check out what is considered the most dangerous room in the house in this article.