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Who Won the Cold War?
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The U.S. and Soviet Union fought the Cold War for 45 years via proxy wars and a near-complete polarization of the rest of the world. But did either side really win?
98% of People Can't Match All of These Flags With Their Countries! Can You?
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Flags have been used for centuries as symbols which bind people of a particular region together. If you're a globetrotter, or just simply love leafing through the pages in your atlas, do you think you can identify each of these flags? Take our quiz and find out!
Two Truths and a Lie: "Star Wars" Edition
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Are you ready to jump back into "Star Wars," the ultimate space odyssey, by reflecting back on the stories that have shaped the series? Will you be able to remember exactly how each event played out, or will that little lie about Skywalker be your downfall?
How Riots Work
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Are riots really effective? Do they provide anything besides a release of frustration? Read all about riots at HowStuffWorks.
29 Countries With a Red-White-Blue Flag Color Combinations
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Flags are powerful symbols of national identity and culture, with each banner telling a unique story about a country's past, values and aspirations — and the red-white-blue flag standard is no exception.
7 Puritan Myths We Should Stop Believing
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We often think of Puritans as those pilgrims to America whose twin passions were long church services and burning witches. But the truth is far more interesting.
Two Truths and a Lie: The Bible Quiz
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Wait, should we be lying about the Good Book? Hey, it's for a good cause: Take our quiz, and you'll come out with a better understanding of what's in the Bible and what's not. Honest!
How Freedom of the Press Works
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HowStuffWorks looks at press freedom in the U.S. and around the world.
How the Patriot Act Works
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The Patriot Act was created to strengthen domestic security and prevent terrorism. Learn about the Patriot Act and find out why the Patriot Act is controversial.
How the Green Party Works
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The Green Party is an American political party that focuses on environmental issues. Learn more about the United States Green Party.