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Who Rides Passenger Trains in the U.S. These Days?
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In 2015, the U.S. population numbered 320 million, but less than 10 percent of those people rode the rails. So who does?
How the Underground Railroad Worked
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The Underground Railroad was a network that helped runaway slaves escape to the North. Learn about the purpose and role of the Underground Railroad.
10 Olympic Games That Nearly Bankrupted Their Host Countries
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The cost of hosting an Olympic Games is astronomical. Learn about 10 Olympics that nearly bankrupted their host countries.
Railroad Expansion
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The railroad expansion of the middle and late 1800s changed America forever. Read more about the westward expansion of railroads.
Would Your Car Pass the Moose Test?
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Stability control systems in cars have to pass lots of tests. HowStuffWorks looks at the history of the Moose Test.
Which Famous World Leader Are You?
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There are over 190 countries in the world, and each one is led by someone with their own distinct style. Take this quiz to find out which world leader most suits you.
What Do A.M. and P.M. Stand For?
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We use the a.m. and p.m. abbreviations all the time, but what do they actually mean?
Caribou vs. Elk: Comparing Completely Different Deer Species
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Caribou and elk are both majestic members of the deer family, but they are not the same animal. The caribou vs. elk comparison reveals key differences in appearance, behavior, and habitat that set these two species apart (even though they're often confused).
How Blackouts Work
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Blackouts are explained in this article. Learn about blackouts.
How Wendigoes Work
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It's a 15-foot man-beast with glowing eyes, doglike teeth, a long tongue and no lips. Gray skin sags off its skeletal frame. We're talking about the wendigo. And it's coming to get you.