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The Fine Art of Furnishing Your Home
Furniture has been around for thousands of years. There is evidence that chairs existed in many parts of the world, and that they were being used in the Mediterranean at least as far back as 2 B.C. Some of the earliest bedroom furniture sets belonged to the Egyptians, who had high beds with steps leading…
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The History of the Iraqi Dinar
What is the dinar? The Dinar is the current currency of Iraq. It was first introduced as official currency in 1932, replacing the former Indian Rupee. For many years, Iraqi dinars were worth as much as the British pound, probably owing to the affects of British occupation that followed the first World War. It even…
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The Murphy Bed Better Than Ever
Murphy beds are back! This common space saver of the early 1900s enjoyed huge popularity in apartments and homes across the nation (as well as the occasional slapstick comedy), but recently has experienced a resurgence in popularity, as technology and building techniques have made the Murphy bed an attractive and durable option, while still being…