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Is the U.S. Prepared to Handle Natural Disasters During the COVID-19 Pandemic?
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Natural disasters may not pair well with the COVID-19 pandemic. For America to brace the impact, it needs to prepare now.
Cottonmouth: Snake With Potent Venom and Catlike Eyes
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Cottonmouth snakes are often called water moccasins and are one of only four venomous snakes found in North America.
15 Worst Hurricanes of All Time
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The Americas have been hit with some major hurricanes throughout the decades. But which were the worst ones in history?
What Are the Three Branches of U.S. Government and How Do They Work Together?
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America's founders devised a structure in which the three branches of government would co-exist in a system of checks and balances.
Slide Down Daredevil's Peak
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HowStuffWorks sails with Royal Caribbean to see how North America's tallest waterslide, Daredevil's Peak, works!
Marvel's 'Wakanda Forever' Pays Homage to Mesoamerican Cultures
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The Talokan of "Wakanda Forever" is inspired, not by African cultures, but by Mesoamerica, a vast area that covers most of Central America and part of Mexico.
10 Famous Native Americans
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America's history begins with the Native Americans and the English settlers they encountered. Read our list of Native American leaders and heroes.
The White House Has a Spooktacular Haunted History
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The White House is often called the most haunted house in America and it's known to be rife with the unquiet spirits of past residents.
So, the American Alligator Can Climb Trees ... How Terrifying
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The American alligator is the second-largest reptile in North America, falling just slightly behind its cousin, the American crocodile.
Heart of Palm Is Totally Delicious, Underrated and Much Better Fresh
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Heart of palm, with a similar taste and texture to artichoke heart, is a staple in Central and South America and a healthy addition to any menu.