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Why Was 911 Chosen as the Emergency Phone Number?
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During an emergency, Americans know to dial 911 for help. How and why was that number selected as the emergency phone number for the entire country?
The 1964 Socorro UFO Encounter
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In 1964, police officer Lonnie Zamora saw an egg-shaped UFO in Socorro, New Mexico -- and the pilots. The encounter was so incredible that government nvestigators from the secret Project Blue Book even came to investigate.
What Is Imitation Crab Meat? Is the Crab Substitute Vegan?
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If you've had a grocery store California roll or mixed seafood salad, you've probably eaten imitation crab meat. But what is imitation crab, exactly?
Can You Identify All of These Coniferous Trees?
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Conifers conjure up winter scenes with snow and the winter holiday season. But did you know there are some coniferous trees that can't handle the snow? There are even some that thrive in arid regions! If you think know your cones, then take this quiz!
Name That Twilight Character Quiz!
They sparkle, run fast, morph into wolves and even make vampires fall in love. Each character has their own unique quirk, but more than likely, you know them because you read all the books or watched every movie! Hopefully you did both because this quiz isn't going to give any hints! Find out how much of a fan you really are by matching their faces to their name!
What happens to abandoned mines?
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Abandoned mine shafts may look romantic with their clapboarded entrances and rusting pickaxes, but they can be deadly. So who ensures that these dangerous sites are properly closed up? You may find the answer a little unsettling.
How to Figure Out the Cost of Taxes on Your Car
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How the Census Works
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The U.S. census is a huge project bent on counting every U.S. resident. Find out about the changes for the 2020 census with HowStuffWorks.
Why is America One of the Only Industrialized Nations With No GMO Labeling?
Why is America One of the Only Industrialized Nations With No GMO Labeling? Learn more about food labeling and why America doesn't have GMO labeling.
Capitalize This! The State Capitals Quiz
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Every state has a capital city, which houses the government where all the legislative action happens. How much do you know about these capitals?