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Engagement Rings and Wedding RingsEngagement rings have been known in Europe since the early Roman era c.200 BC. Known as the 'Anulus Pronubus', these early engagements rings were made of iron, as were their wedding rings. -
Kundan Meena JewelryKundan Meena jewelry is a jewelry making technique that has become one of the most unique fashion jewelry styles, its popularity spanning centuries, and is an established wedding jewelry tradition. -
Jewelry Making Techniques - GranulationGranulation is one of the oldest jewelry making techniques, used by the ancient Egyptians and refined by the Etruscans around 600 BC. -
Review Guide - SuLetique JewelryReview Guide is a handy place to find reviews of jewelry, jewelry designers and jewelry websites. -
Healing Gemstones- Navaratna JewelryThe prehistoric configuration of the nine gems that comprise the Navaratna jewelry are stylish and lovely creations as fashion jewelry goes but the spiritual and physical benefits of these healing gemstones run deeper than ephemeral fashion. -
Unique Fashion Jewelry StylesThe use of human hair in the manufacturing of popular jewelry reached its peak in the middle of the 1800's. -
Jewelry Making TechniquesLost wax casting is one of the earliest jewelry making techniques for creating intricate jewelry and sculpture. -
The Hope Diamond - 50 Years at the SmithsonianThe Hope Diamond has made its home for the past half-century in the Smithsonian Institutions, National Museum of Natural History, as the centerpiece of the dazzling array of gems collected there. -
How to Buy Birthstones like a ProHow to Buy Birthstones Like a Pro will give you the simple to use techniques that professional jewelers use when grading precious stones by 'eye'. -
A Book Review of "The Curious Lore of Precious Stones"After 25 years of experience, study and collecting obscure reference material, George F. Kunz had amassed the largest library of precious stones related texts. These were used to write the bible on precious stones history in 1913. -
George F. Kunz - the Father of Modern Precious StonesGeorge F. Kunz was a self educated man, eventually acquiring several honorary degrees as well as being awarded the French 'Officier de la Legion d'Honnuer, was made a Knight of the Order of St. Olaf and an Officer of the Rising Sun. -
Military Robots and the 'End Time'Military robots without ethics could bring about a technical 'End Time' scenario for the human race.
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Pioneer Day in UtahPioneer Day in Utah is July 24. It is a statewide celebration to honor the first Mormon settlers that struggled with adversity to arrive at their new home and the pioneer spirit that carried them through.
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The Spider Plant: Easy to Care for House PlantsThe spider plant is a low-maintenance and forgiving houseplant that is excellent for a beginner with little knowledge of plant care. -
Zephirine Drouhin: Thornless Climbing RoseZephirine Drouhin are easy to grow, thornless climbing roses. -
Tracing the Roots of Valentine's Day Beyond Lupercalia to Earlier Pagan FestivalsEarly Pagan festivals from the mists of pre-history have evolved through the ancient Lupercalia to the modern Valentine's Day celebration.
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July 14: Bastille Day or Fete NationaleIn France, July 14 is Fete Nationale (Bastille Day). A day France celebrates their national recognition of the basic rights of human beings and the citizens of France in particular.
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The Anatomy of the Cat's EyeThe anatomy of the cat's eye in a clear and easy to understand description.
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Health Care For Cat EyesCat eye health care with an emphasis on preventive techniques to maintain cat eye health.
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The Health Benefits of Red WineComprehensive studies have shown that the health benefits of red wine are a tonic to the human system and can actually lengthen the life expectancy of men and women alike. -
Two Favorite Chicken RecipesTwo of the easiest chicken recipes to make that are very different in style, one elegant and sophisticated and the other hearty and fun.
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Homemade Broth is EasyRecipes for homemade broth in all its forms
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Milk Around the WorldAn overview of milk and its consumption world wide.
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When to Use a Contractor and when to DIYTips and hints about when it is appropriate to do-it-yourself (DIY) and when it is necessary to involve a professional. -
Interesting Facts About BarnaclesBarnacles are marine animals that are sessile hermaphrodites and important indicators of the health of the ocean they inhabit.
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The Importance of ZooplanktonThese tiny creatures are responsible for most of the oxygen in the air we breathe as well as feeding the fish that feed the fish we eat.
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What Are Comb JelliesComb Jellies or Lobate Ctenophores are highly reproductive sacks of jelly with only a few organs and a natural luminescence.
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Kabbalistic Customs of Tu B'shvatThe Kabbalist origins of the Tu B'shvat Seder.
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A History of the NecronomiconThe real and official history of the most infamous book of forbidden lore.
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The Salem Village Witch Hunts of 16921692, a year of madness and terror where the residents of the colonial American town of Salem Village were accused, convicted and executed for practicing witchcraft.
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Chinese Oceanic Voyages in 1421There is a growing body of evidence indicating the fleets of Chinese and Arab sailors circumnavigated the globe as early as the year 1421.
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The Mysterious Origins of the Olmec CivilizationThe colossal basalt carvings of helmeted heads found in southern Mexico have come to represent the enigma of the ancient Olmec culture.
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The Mysterious Mummy of El BrujoIn 2005, the mysterious remains of a mummified and tattooed member of the elite from the ancient Peruvian Moche civilization was discovered in the pyramid called El Brujo.
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Mayan Hieroglyphs: The Riddle ScriptThe mysterious hieroglyphs of the Mayan writing system are being deciphered after their meaning had been lost for hundreds of years.
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The Mystery of King Tutankhamun's DeathThe mysterious death of the young King Tutankhamun has all the characteristics of the classic who-done-it, including many suspects with a variety of motives and an uncertainty about whether a crime was even committed.
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An Introduction to the Ancient Egyptian ReligionThe ancient Egyptian religion, called Kemet (kmt), was practiced in it's most primitive form many thousands of years before the dynasties of the Pharaohs ruled the Nile valley.
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An Introduction to Ancient Egyptian HieroglyphicsAn overview of a writing system that was functional for over five thousand years.
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How to Make Homemade BreadTips on making homemade bread with two recipes, one for a simple loaf suitable for everyday and the other a rich, savory bread that is a meal in itself.
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How to Make Pizza DoughHomemade pizza dough is easy to make and can even be frozen for a quick and convenient treat.
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Exterior Painting Tips for a Quick FaceliftSome simple tips for achieving professional results when applying an exterior coat of paint to your home. -
The Ancient American AnasaziThe history and mystery of the Native American culture that built the largest dwellings on the continent years before Europeans settled the land.
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The Observance of Father's DayThe inspiration to create a national Father's Day observance, to honor her own fathers parental sacrifices, came to Sonora Dodd while attending a Mother's Day sermon in 1909.
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A Review of The Kentucky Derby FestivalThe Kentucky Derby Festival is the two week long celebration leading up to the first of the three Triple Crown races.
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King Kamehameha Day FestivalThe Kamehameha Day festival is the celebration of the life of the unifier and first king of the islands of Hawaii, Kamehameha the Great. -
History of the American Flag Day CelebrationThe American Flag Day celebrations are as old as the flag itself but the Presidential proclamation making it official did not happen until the 20th century.
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The 4th of JulyFestivities have been held on the 4th of July since 1777 and with feasts and fireworks this holiday has been celebrated as America's Independence Day ever since.
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Cannes Film FestivalThe Cannes Film Festival has been the premier showcase and promotional media event for innovative, new films and film makers as well as the film industry as a whole.
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The Evolution of Cinco De Mayo CelebrationsOften confused with Mexican Independence Day, which was fifty years earlier on September 16, 1810, Cinco de Mayo is a story of metamorphosis brought about by time, distance and the magic of spells cast by commercialization. -
Tips for Fixing Up Your Fixer-UpperThis will familiarize the novice with what to expect when renovating that house that "needs a little work".
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Tips on Buying Your First Fixer-upper HomeA general introduction to buying your first house, especially if you are weighing the pros and cons of a home that "needs a little work."
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Preventing Heart Disease in WomenPreventing heart disease in women is a matter of regularly taking these three simple steps every day to get you on the road to long-term heart health and over all well being.
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Mother's Day and Anna JarvisAnna Jarvis created what she thought would be a celebration of her mothers memory. -
Annual Kite Festivals Throughout the YearYou can find kite festival entertainment around the globe and throughout the year. Exotic locales and colorful sky-sprites are common features of the many kite celebrations.
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The Burning Man: Ten Guiding PrinciplesThe Burning Man is an annual event, on a desert playa in northern Nevada, that celebrates community, participation, self-expression, and self-reliance. -
Beat Your Feet Around the Globe: Annual Drum Festivals and World MusicYou can travel to drum festivals around the globe throughout the calendar year. -
Visit the Inti Raimi Festival in Cuzco PeruInti Raimi is a week of fiesta in the scenic heart of the ancient Inca Empire, Cuzco, Peru.
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Montreux Jazz Festival, a Global Music ShowcaseThe Montreux Jazz Festival has been a celebration of music from around the world for over one hundred years. -
Netsuke: The Functional Art of Miniature SculptureNetsuke (pronounced Net-skee) is an art form with a curious history that is wrapped up with fashion in clothing and tobacco use. -
Bottled-Off: the Rowdy History of the Reading Music FestivalThe Reading Music Festival has a history that is as rowdy and interesting as the ever increasing crowds that attend the autumn celebration in the United Kingdom.