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How Much Do You Know About Latin America?
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Latin America is a patchwork of different cultures, beliefs, languages and backgrounds. Some of the facts about Latin America will be clear, while others will astound you. Let's separate the ignorant from the know-it-alls.
The Letter 'Ñ': How a Tilde Saved Space for Medieval Scribes
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The letter "ñ" is Latin small letter (aka lowercase letter) found in Spanish words. A tilde (the squiggly line over the letter) distinguishes "ñ" from "n" and gives it different pronunciation. For instance, in Spanish, "ano" is pronounced "ah-no" and "año" is pronounced "ahn-yo." And for the record, these two words have very different meanings as well.
Can You Answer These General Knowledge Questions in 5 Minutes?
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If you want to answer these general knowledge questions in under five minutes, you're going to have to get moving! Don't hesitate, and see how well you do. We're betting you'll surprise yourself and do it in even less time.
The Surprising (and Backward) Evolution of Swear Words
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Swear words don't always go from taboo to acceptable. Sometimes it goes the other way. Learn why at HowStuff Works Now.
Hispanic or Latino? It's Complicated
HowStuffWorks explores the differences between terms like Hispanic, Latino, Chicano and Mexican-American.
Countries That Start With 'O'
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Former countries that start with "O" include Orange Free State and Oldenburg but these states have since dissolved. There is now one remaining holdout between Asia and Africa: the Sultanate of Oman.
7 Most Populated Countries in the World
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The world's population passed 8 billion in 2022, but which countries contributed the most to the increase? Here are the top seven countries
How Universal Translators Will Work
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A wearable device that will translate English into a dozen languages will be introduced later this year. See how it will work!
The Most Diverse Country in the World Is in Africa
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If you live in the United States, you're probably used to the idea of ethnic diversity — which is considered to be one the defining features of the country — but how does the U.S. stack up against other countries in the world in terms of diversity?
How Spanglish Works
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A hybrid of English and Spanish known as Spanglish can be heard in many predominantly Hispanic areas as well as on TV and in movies. Learn where it came from and how it works.