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10 Venomous Creatures in Your Backyard

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You don't have to live in some exotic, tropical environment to find a venomous critter. They live all over the world, and some may be closer than you think.

How does a NASCAR track physically change during a race?

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How does a NASCAR track physically change during a race? It changes from a solid track to a near-liquid form. Learn about how a NASCAR track changes.

7 Key Questions in the U.S. Slavery Reparations Debate

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HowStuffWorks looks at the issue of paying reparations for slavery, including the case for and against, as well as how would the amount be decided.

Were the Clovis the first Americans?

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The Clovis, ancient people who made the sophisticated Clovis projectile discovered at Clovis Indian sites, are a mystery. Read about the mysterious Clovis.

Did James Earl Ray Really Kill Martin Luther King Jr.?

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More than 50 years after Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated by a lone bullet while standing on the balcony of the Lorraine Motel, questions still remain. Was James Earl Ray the sole gunman, or was it a conspiracy?

How Water Towers Work

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You've probably noticed that there are power outages all the time -- but water outages? Much less common... How does the system work, and work so well? It's simpler than you may think. Find out how the design and location of water towers keep the water flowing.

What are marbles and why do NASCAR drivers try to avoid them?

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Marbles are tiny bits of rubber tire detritus that accumulate on the racetrack. Learn more about NASCAR marbles here.

10 Most Successful Third-party Presidential Candidates

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Historically in the United States, third parties have successfully steered political discourse and lawmaking, yet largely haven't stuck around long enough to get their own candidates into office. Which have had the best shot?

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.

How Police Body Cameras Work

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Police body cameras can now be found in about a third of U.S. police departments. Here's what you need to know about police body cameras.

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