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World's Largest Wolves by Weight: The Mighty and the At-Risk
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The world's largest wolves weigh up to 175 pounds (79.4 kilograms) and measure up to 6 feet (1.8 meters) in length.
What Is a Postal Code? A Brief History of Zip Codes
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You use it all the time, but what is a postal code, really? In short, a zip code expedites mail delivery and helps prevent fraudulent activity on credit cards.
Is 'Jim Wilson' Airline Code for a Dead Body on a Plane?
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Is 'Jim Wilson' really a code name airlines use to refer to a corpse being transported on a plane? Or just an urban myth?
Is the U.S. Government Hiding New Proof of Alien Life?
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The government's secret Advanced Aviation Threat Identification Program has spent millions researching UFOs and alien life. Are they covering up their findings?
The Alaskan Malamute Is Built for Long, Heavy Hauls
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Few dog breeds embody Arctic adventure like the Alaskan Malamute. Known as one of the oldest sled dog breeds, these dogs are built for stamina, strength and snowy terrain.
Where Do Horses Originate From? Not Europe, Not Asia
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Where do horses originate from? We don't mean to sound corny, but the answer really does take us on a journey through millions of years of evolution, migration, and domestication.
How Oil Tankers Work
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Oil tankers are large ships that transport oil all over the world. Learn about oil tankers in this article from HowStuffWorks.
How State Income Taxes Work
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State income taxes vary between states. Learn more about how state income taxes work at HowStuffWorks.
5 Things You Didn't Know About Bob Ross
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HowStuffWorks celebrates the birthday of the PBS painter with the voice to soothe the most savage beast.
7 Cool Facts About Will Rogers, Cowboy, Humorist, Self-declared President
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Born on Nov. 4, 1879, Will Rogers was a beloved humorist, film star, cowboy, newspaper columnist and social commentator. HowStuffWorks gets to know him.