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13 Original Colonies: A Beginner's Guide to Colonial America
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The 13 original colonies of the United States were the foundation of what would become a new nation, born from a blend of ambition, conflict and compromise. These colonies stretched along the Atlantic coast, from New Hampshire in the north to Georgia in the south.
A Giant Tortoise Lives in the 'Galápagos of the Indian Ocean'
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By the time the oldest human dies, odds are there's a giant tortoise out there somewhere who'll live twice as long as they did. Hailing from the Indian Ocean and the Galapagos islands, giant tortoises have been one of the most durable and long-living species for centuries upon centuries.
Tuskegee Syphilis Study: Failing to Treat Black Men for 40 Years
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The Tuskegee syphilis study, also known as the U.S. Public Health Service (USPHS) Untreated Syphilis Study at Tuskegee, is one of the most infamous chapters in the history of U.S. public health and scientific research. PHS, in collaboration with the Tuskegee Institute, conducted the study, which aimed to observe the natural history of untreated syphilis in Black men from Macon County, Alabama.
The Positives of Princess Culture
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HowStuffWorks Now talks with experts and parents about Disney princess culture and what being a princess really means.
Why Are Pets Disappearing From Pet Stores?
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What trends affect the pet store industry and pet sales? Read this HowStuffWorks article to understand declining pet sales, pet adoption and rescue.
How MLK Influenced the Direction of 'Star Trek'
Actress Nichelle Nichols was about to quit "Star Trek" until none other than Dr. Martin Luther King persuaded her to stay.
Do You Turn the Door Key and Have to Pee? It May Be All in Your Brain
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Mind over bladder? HowStuffWorks looks at how to deal with urge incontinence.
The Uber-popular Aeron Chair Was First Made for Grandma
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How did the Aeron become the prince of office chairs? HowStuffWorks Now explains.
Unraveling Khipu: The Inca Knot Language
The Incas never invented a system of written language, but khipu is how they communicated. HowStuffWorks looks at the language of the Inca.
Carbon Capture-to-fuel Is Here
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We're pulling CO2 out of thin air and transforming it into a fuel. HowStuffWorks looks at the science and how close it is to commercial viability.