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Who Insures Race Car Drivers and Their Cars?
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Part of the thrill for spectators in car racing is the wrecks - assuming everyone is OK. But who is left picking up the bill when those expensive cars end up destroyed?
How Did Snakes Lose Their Legs?
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HowStuffWorks finds out why snakes have no legs and feet.
All Aboard for Our Roller Coaster Quiz!
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Take HowStuffWorks' amazing roller coaster quiz to find out what you know about the fastest and longest roller coasters.
Are manatees really responsible for mermaid myths?
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Are manatees beautiful, graceful and majestic enough to be mistaken for mermaids? Learn more about manatees and the mermaid myth at HowStuffWorks.
What Does 'Bread and Circuses' Mean?
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Ever felt a pang of guilt on, say, Election Day when you skipped the voting booth to go to dinner? The 'bread and circuses' concept of being pacified by food and entertainment - and forgoing civic duty - goes back to Roman times.
Square Waves in Ocean Settings Are Rare But Dangerous
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Square waves also called Cross-sea waves may looks super cool. But you never want to get caught up in the grid-patterned waves they generate.
Quiz: What's This Country's Former Name?
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From war to political unrest to rebranding, there are all sorts of reasons countries change names. Match the former country names with our quiz.
Shhh! Don't Tell. There's a Secret Apartment Atop the Eiffel Tower
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The Eiffel Tower in Paris is topped by a secret apartment. HowStuffWorks takes a ride to the top.
What's the Difference Between an Avenue, a Road and a Boulevard?
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The name bestowed on a road depends on its size and function. And it's not just up to your neighborhood's developer either.
Should you wear sunglasses while driving in the rain?
Wearing sunglasses while driving in rain actually helps. Find out why you should wear sunglasses while driving in the rain at HowStuffWorks.