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20 of the Strangest U.S. State Symbols

Sometimes, a state can get creative (and in some cases, highly specific) with what they choose to designate an official state symbol. Here are 20 state symbols that may surprise you.

10 U.S. Cities That Eat the Most Ice Cream

The average American eats 20 pounds of ice cream annually, but not all not all cities indulge in America's favorite dessert equally. Check out the top 10 U.S. cities that spend the most on ice cream per capita.

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Why Europe Is Having a “Rail Renaissance”

With new routes in the works and ambitious infrastructure investments in place, a new golden age of European rail may be beginning. Here’s what’s driving Europe’s so-called "rail renaissance."

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The U.S. Region That Prints Its Own Money

The Berkshires, a mountainous, 98-mile stretch of western Massachusetts and northwestern Connecticut, has introduced a currency called BerkShares. Here’s how this fascinating local U.S. currency came to be.

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The Most Expensive Small Towns in the U.S.

Some small towns are sleepy hideaways with one stoplight, while others are packed with amenities that make them highly desirable — and expensive — to live in. Here are the top 10 priciest small towns in the U.S. for 2025.

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