World Cup background: All about the vuvuzela

New to soccer, but planning to watch the World Cup? Then you need to know that the buzzing you hear is (probably) not in your head; it's the product of thousands of fans blowing plastic horns, called vuvuzelas. Some people find them maddening, others think it adds to the excitement of the game.

Our friends at Mint.com did what must be the most comprehensive story on the vuvuzela ever. We're pleased to present it here. If you want to see it in a larger format, just click here.

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