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12 Mayan Gods Who Helped Make Sense of a Complex World

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Ancient Maya culture was centered on interconnected city-states that developed great networks of trade and agriculture and some of the most advanced architectural wonders in human history. Today, artworks depicting roughly 250 different Mayan gods and goddesses can still be found carved into these wonders.

What is an art deco car?

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What is an art deco car? Read about art deco cars and classic car design of the 1920s, '30s and '40s.

How Air Curtains Work

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Is it possible for a stream of air to behave like a door? Surprisingly, yes. This door may not block out burglars, but it can certainly fight against cold winds, flying insects and pollutants.

Why Isn't Washington, D.C. Already a State?

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The residents of the U.S. capital pay taxes and serve in the armed forces but have no voting representation in Congress. Many Democrats want to change that.

Against Crazy Odds, Simon Bolivar Liberated Six Countries in South America

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BolĂ­var was the catalyst and cult of personality behind the 19th-century liberation movement that won independence for six Latin American nations.

Black Mamba Fact vs. Fiction: Mythical Size and a Kiss of Death

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While the black mamba possesses a lethal bite and formidable hunting skills, the snake's size and speed fall short of its legendary reputation.

How Did Benedict Arnold Become America's Most Infamous Traitor?

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Revolutionary War turncoat Benedict Arnold is one of the most reviled figures in American history. But what did he do to deserve this ignominious fate?

Why Can't We Find Jimmy Hoffa's Body?

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Jimmy Hoffa disappeared on July 30, 1975 and hasn't been seen since. HowStuffWorks talks to an expert with a theory about what might have happened.

Second to None: Here's the Buzz on Buzz Aldrin

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Buzz Aldrin was the second man on the moon, as well as a math whiz, scuba enthusiast and inspiration for Buzz Lightyear. How cool is all that?

Are teens more likely to die in a car accident than adults?

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You might think more teens die in car accidents in the U.S. than adults. HowStuffWorks digs into the statistics to see if that's true.

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