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Spider Monkeys Are the Trapeze Artists of the Treetops
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Spider monkeys, an endangered species, are the largest monkeys in the Americas and live in the forest canopy, where they swing through the trees with the greatest of ease.
10 Most Game-Changing Developments in the TV Industry
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Many things have contributed to America's obsession with the boob tube. See 10 of the biggest developments in the TV industry to learn more.
10 Strange American Traditions
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Americans celebrate many traditions without even considering how strange the rest of world might consider them. What do you think are some of the weirdest?
The Mexican-American War Is the Bloodiest Foreign War the U.S. Has Fought
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This war fought between the U.S. and its neighbor to the south is one of the bloodiest in America's history. So why is it so often forgotten?
Mark Cuban Wants to Solve the U.S. Prescription Drug Price Crisis
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The billionaire business owner launched an online pharmacy in March with drug prices slashed. But is the model poised to disrupt America's prescription drug business?
Cane Toad Facts, Pictures
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The cane toad is native to Central and South America, and an invasive species in Australia. It was introduced to Australia in 1935 to protect crops against cane beetles.
Old Railroads
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The age of old railroads saw the birth of the first railroad lines and mass transportation on rail. Read more about old railroads in America.
10 Ways Americans and Europeans Differ
HowStuffWorks looks at come of the cultural differences between Europe and America, like ice consumption, metric system and portion sizes.
ATV Factory Tour
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What does it take to build an ATV? We visited the Suzuki Manufacturing of America Corporation ATV factory in Rome, Georgia to find out.
How Jazz Works
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Jazz is often referred to as 'Americas Classical Music.' Find out where jazz music was created and learn about the culture associated with jazz.