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Cultural Appropriation or Appreciation? Sometimes the Line Is Blurry
HowStuffWorks finds out what cultural appropriation is and gives some examples of it. Also how can you be sure you are not culturally appropriating?
What is a certificate of appropriateness?
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A certificate of appropriateness must be issued by a historic preservation committee to approve any additions or changes to a building in a historic district. Learn about certificates of appropriateness in this article.
What Is a Group of Hedgehogs Called? It's Adorably Appropriate
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Hedgehogs usually live alone, so seeing more than one together feels special. When it happens, English gives that group a very specific word.
Why Do We Say 'Talk Turkey'?
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It's a phrase appropriate to Thanksgiving as well as other times of the year. But the most popular origin story has a disturbing explanation.
December Is the Time to See the Cold Cold Moon
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When December's moongazing rolls around, you'll want to take a look at the cold moon, an appropriate moniker if there ever was one.
Does it make sense to buy extended product warranties?
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Does it make sense to buy an extended warranty? Learn how extended warranties work and when it's appropriate to pay for one.
That Slice of Cake Pictured on the Box? It's 762 Calories, Not 247
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A picture of a frosted cake on a mix box caused consumers to wildly overestimate the appropriate serving size. HowStuffWorks Now samples this study.
How Business Legal Structures Work
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Failing to structure your business in the most appropriate way (given your goals) can lead to problems. Learn about business legal structures.
Is it rude to knit in public?
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Knitting may seem like a harmless activity, but it's not always appropriate. Find out whether it is rude to knit in public at HowStuffWorks.
Roman 'Comic' Paintings Tell Us Crass Humor Is Timeless
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Recent excavations in Pompeii, Italy, in April 2024 uncovered several stunning murals and ancient Roman comic paintings. Although the murals are more appropriate for an academic museum, the "comics" and graffiti offer a raw peek into how ancient Romans lived, fought, loved and died.