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The memorial marks the rocky outcrop near the bottom of Gallows Hill where 19 Salem residents accused of witchcraft lost their lives in 1692.

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Across the pond, there's a unique, no-hands sport that reigns supreme—and we're not talking about soccer.

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From an Argentine pizza chain named after Kentucky to a Bulgarian quiz show called 'Nevada,' the names of American states have popped up in strange places around the world.

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The humanoid machines will assist passengers to their boarding gates and keep the floors clean.

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Do you need the extra insurance? Should you pre-pay for gas? Learn what extra costs you can avoid at the rental counter.

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Relax in style while exploring the country's famous wine-growing region.

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Here's why you should never use those cups.

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Since 2005, workers have carried out grueling—and often, life-threatening—physical labor to see the World Wonder restored to tiptop shape.

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Think you need WiFi and air conditioning to survive? Think again.

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Bristol, Rhode Island covers only about 10 square miles of the country's terrain, but it's home to one of America's most storied Independence Day celebrations.

You don’t have to be in Quebec to tuck into a plate piled with poutine.

Poutine—a staple of Canadian comfort cuisine—is comprised of a holy-hoser trinity of ingredients: French fries, cheese curds, and gravy.

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And what they have to do with William Shatner.

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The siesta is a cherished Spanish tradition.

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It's not just to make your flight even more uncomfortable.

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The answer may surprise you.

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The more dings you hear, the bigger the problem.

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In a poll, two-thirds of respondents couldn't identify a bedbug in a lineup of different pests.

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The answer depends on both the state and the road.

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The prime of American drive-ins might be behind us, but there are still plenty of these nostalgic roadside eateries available.

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It’s possible to take an international trip without stepping outside.

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The Animal Planet host spends his time traveling the world, but it’s far from glamorous.

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The high-speed elevator can reach a top speed of just under 47 miles per hour.

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This is the second Pokemon-themed train to visit the area.

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The Irish pub as we know it originated 200 years ago.