How Starbucks became a bank — How origami uses math
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How technology allowed Starbucks to become a bank Many of us think of Starbucks as our go-to coffee house. Some go so far as to visit every morning to pick up their favorite drink. But, something you might not know about the popular shop is that Starbucks has grown into more than a coffee house over the past decade. It’s become its own bank. Tap or click to see how Starbucks is evolving. → |
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The unexpected math in origami Origami is an art form that has been around for thousands of years. The ability to fold pieces of paper into intricate shapes may seem like just a fun thing to do, but the complexity can be endless in reality. We use it to this day for some surprising applications. Tap or click to see just how complicated origami is. → |
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The real history of french fries French fries are a ubiquitous snack not only in America but across the globe. These tasty fried potato sticks have had many myths about their origin, but it turns out the true history may be even more interesting. Tap or click to find out how the tasty spuds got their start. → |
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