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How Naming the Continents Works

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The names of the continents are well known but their origins are rather hazy. Learn about the names of the continents and where they come from.

How Human Migration Works

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Human migration is the idea that humans developed in Africa and then spread to Europe and Asia. Learn about human migration and how human migration works.

How Rubber Works

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Rubber is an elastomer, a large molecule that can be stretched and returned to its original shape. Learn why rubber is so stretchy and how we make it.

A Comprehensive Guide to Hurricane Harvey: Facts, FAQs, and How to Help

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Explore the impact of Hurricane Harvey. Understand its devastation and aftermath. Learn about the history of Hurricane Harvey today.

The Driest Place on Earth: Chile's Atacama Desert

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The Atacama Desert, situated in northern Chile, is not just any ordinary arid region. Spanning over 600 miles (965 km) along the Pacific Coast of South America, it is one of the most extreme landscapes on the planet. Thanks to certain oceanic conditions, there are areas that have received zero rainfall throughout recorded history, making the Atacama Desert the driest place on Earth.

The Colorful History of Nail Polish

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Today it's second nature to paint your fingernails and toenails. But it's been a long road to here. HowStuffWorks breaks down the colorful history.

How did a shipwreck double the size of the United States?

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The El Cazador shipwreck took with it the money that was to buy the Louisiana territory for Mexico. Find out more about the El Cazador shipwreck.

Can You Name These Clothing Items From Around the World?

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Calling all globetrotting fashionistas: Test your fashion sense in this quiz, featuring styles from east to west and north to south. See if you have what you need to pack for a fashion trip around the world!

What Is the Rasta Movement All About?

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It started out as a small movement in Jamaica that went worldwide with the popularity of reggae music. But what is Rastafari really all about?

What's a shotgun house?

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A shotgun house is modestly built and constructed in very close proximity to other shotgun houses. Learn about the shotgun house and it's history.

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