Nachos were named after their inventor, and so were these 9 other items

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From names to fame Nachos were named after their inventor, and so were these 9 other items 6 min. No, Jacuzzis weren't invented in a northern Italian town named Iacuzzi. Some everyday words like "Pilates" or "leotard" might sound like far-off places in European countries, but these labels don't have geographical origins. Some creations and concepts were taken up so quickly, that society ignored the monickers their inventors had assigned to them, and named them after the person instead. So, who were Nacho, Theremin, and Mausolus? Let's dive into these 10 stories to find out. Read full article

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Did you know there are hidden underground cities in the US?

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Did you know there are hidden underground cities in the US? Discover   Some cities are so top secret they can't even be found on a map. Subterranean cities have existed throughout human history, and in the United States, we have a few amazing examples. Some are bunkers built during the Cold War to survive nuclear attacks, others were born as ingenious alternatives to escape extreme weather conditions. Whether they are hidden inside a mountain or buried deep underground, here are 12 subterranean places in America that are hidden in plain sight. Read full article

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