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judaism

How Kosher Wine Became a Hit in the Caribbean and Beyond

Manischewitz has a historic consumer base not only in the Caribbean, but also in African-American and East Asian communities.
December 19, 2023
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lost

Inside the World of 'Art Dropping'

Why you should be on the lookout for free paintings this March 12th.
March 9, 2023
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horror

This Halloween, Step Into a Mannequin Graveyard

You can even take these unnerving, almost-human figures home with you.
October 5, 2021
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underground

The Ghost Subway Station in Paris Where Films Come to Life

In Porte des Lilas, it’s lights, camera, Métro! 
May 25, 2021
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fashion

The Chic Garments Made From WWII Escape Maps

These silk military artifacts have been transformed into hoodies, underwear, and a wedding dress.
December 17, 2020
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cities

The 'Folded Map' Project Bridges the Distance Between Chicago's Neighborhoods

Tonika Lewis Johnson, a local artist and activist, connects individuals from the North and South Sides through her art.
January 23, 2019
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urban planning

Rediscovering Mecca Flats, a Legendary Chicago Apartment Building

It was destroyed in 1952, but this storied residence was once a gathering spot for the Chicago Black Renaissance.
November 8, 2018
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plastic

Meet the People Keeping Mold-A-Rama Alive

These retro machines, which make plastic souvenirs right before your eyes, are as popular as ever.
January 22, 2018
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real estate

The 1960s Real Estate Mirage of Christmas Valley

Developer M. Penn Phillips had a vision for the Oregon high desert. But there was a reason the area had yet to be developed.
August 18, 2017