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Did French kissing start in France?
French kissing appears in the Kama Sutra circa the third century. So did French kissing start in France or somewhere else? Find out.
How French Traditions Work
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What kind of traditions are celebrated in France? Find out about French traditions at HowStuffWorks.
Oh Chrismon Tree, Oh Chrismon Tree?
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In 1957, a woman named Frances Kipps Spencer invented "Chrismons" to remind parishioners of the true meaning behind the Christian celebration of Christmas.
From Human Skulls to Handguns, the Paris Lost and Found Has Seen It All
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Human skulls, a Napoleonic-era saber, decades-old prosthetic legs and a telescope from Victorian England — they all live on the shelves of the Bureau of Found Objects in Paris, France.
Bastille Day: The French Holiday Celebrating Peace and Revolution
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The July 14 holiday celebrated by the French is way more complicated than the term 'Bastille Day' might suggest. HowStuffWorks explains.
Why Is April 1 a Day to Celebrate Foolishness?
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Why is April 1 a day to play pranks on others? How did this tradition begin? And are you going to prank someone on April Fool's Day?
Why was Marie Antoinette's wedding dress so scandalous?
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Marie Antoinette arrived at her wedding clad in a lavish but revealing dress. Learn why her wedding dress was so scandalous at HowStuffWorks.
What is common R.S.V.P. etiquette?
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Responding to invitations promptly is part of proper etiquette. Learn about what common R.S.V.P. etiquette entails from this article.
Who Was John Calvin, and What Is Calvinism?
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John Calvin is best known for his doctrine of predestination, a controversial belief that continues to be popular in some churches. But what who was he, and what is predestination?
How the United Nations Works
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The world looks to the United Nations for guidance on important international matters. Find out what goes on inside the United Nations and what role it really plays in international politics.