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How the White House Rose Garden Became the Most Famous Garden in the World
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The White House Rose Garden has been the scene of many history-making events, but the story of its creation is a fascinating tale in itself.
Can Dogs Lose Their Ability to Smell?
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It's not uncommon for older dogs to lose their sight or even their hearing as they age. But can they lose their ability to smell, too?
The New York Times Crossword Puzzle Still Stumps After 80 Years
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HowStuffWorks goes inside the New York Times crossword puzzle.
Behind the Scenes at Supercross
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What does it take to put on Supercross, one of fastest, high-flying motorcycle races in the world? HowStuffWorks goes there to find out.
Meet the Ocelot: The Cutest Little Big Cat
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Ocelots were once hunted for their beautiful fur, but are now protected. HowStuffWorks gets to know these beautiful cats.
Meet Hell-Cat Maggie, the Mythical Dame of the Dead Rabbits Gang
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HowStuffWorks learns about some very colorful alleged members of the 1860s gangs including Hell-Cat Maggie of the Dead Rabbits.
Can You Ace This Aviation Quiz?
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Thanks to many sky-centric technologies, humans have been flying for centuries, in balloon, planes and aircraft of all kinds. What do you really know about aviation?
Reading the Rails: What Was the Hobo Code?
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Hoboes were a widely displaced brotherhood who illegally hopped trains and journeyed across the country, taking odd jobs wherever they could find them. The hobo code helped them survive.
Crinkle Crankle: The Serpentine Wall With a Funny Name
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Crinkle crankle walls undulate, mimicking the shape of a snake's slither. But what's the purpose of these wavy walls?
Can California Save Today's Rain for Future Droughts?
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California has experienced unprecedented rain lately, but the state is still in a drought. So why can't the rain falling now be saved for later?