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In Honor of Martin Luther King Jr.
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The national American holiday honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. falls on the third Monday in January. Learn about the life and work of this legendary civil rights activist.
Telling One Green-White-Orange Flag From Another
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Flags are more than just colors and shapes; they're symbols of identity, pride and history. Four countries proudly fly a green, white, and orange flag — and each draws that color scheme from its rich history and distinctive symbolism as nations.
How Colonialism Works
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Before World War II, a third of the world's population lived a territory controlled by a colonial power. HowStuffWorks examines colonialism.
How Jim Crow Shaped America
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Jim Crow was about much more than laws enacted to suppress blacks. It was about a system involving politics, economics, social and cultural practices.
5 Parasites That Breed On and In Your Skin
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Parasites are creepy to begin with. They live on or in a host, including humans. Some even lay eggs in our skin!
5 Things You Didn't Know About Fried Chicken
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HowStuffWorks looks at the history and lore of Southern fried chicken and the role of Col. Sanders and KFC in spreading it worldwide.
The International Holidays Quiz
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When you're fighting the crowds at the mall before Christmas or busily preparing a Thanksgiving feast, it can be easy to forget these holidays aren't universal. See how much you know about how people around the world celebrate!
What Is a Group of Elephants Called?
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If you've ever seen elephants moving through the savannah or a dense forest, you might wonder, what is a group of elephants called?
The Biggest Zoo in the U.S. (Plus 7 Other Gigantic Zoos)
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Zoos in the United States are home to some of the largest and most impressive collections of wild animals in the world. They serve the dual purpose of letting kids and adults view the animals while also helping protect endangered species and educating the public on wildlife conservation efforts.
A Nation Divided: Civil War Quiz
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Although it ended more than a century ago, the scars of the Civil War are still with Americans today. Think you know more than the average Billy Yank or Johnny Reb about the blood and politics behind the war? Find out by taking our Civil War quiz.