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Can You Name These Famous Lefties?
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About one in ten people 'round the world are left-handed, but the people within this group are in some pretty good company. See if you're smart enough to ace this quiz on the most celebrated southpaws from the past and today.
12 Black Inventors and Their Innovations That Shaped the World
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When asked to name a Black American inventor, many people might think of George Washington Carver and peanut butter. But this is actually a myth. There are hundreds of other unsung Black inventors who have shaped the world with their innovations.
10 Silly Inventions That Became Wildly Famous
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We've all seen TV ads for products that were just completely silly, but then became overnight sensations. Which ones made our list?
How Midwives Work
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Midwives have existed as long as babies have been born. Read about the midwife job and what exactly midwives do.
Ferrari Biographies
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The biographies of Ferrari's designers, engineers, and managers describe their contributions to Ferrari's success. Learn about these talented men.
10 Ways Technology Can Save People From Storms
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A very strong storm doesn't automatically mean death or destruction. You can improve the odds of surviving intact with reinforcements to your home. Plus, scientists are improving their forecast methods. Let's look at high-tech and low-tech storm alerts.
10 Strange American Traditions
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Americans celebrate many traditions without even considering how strange the rest of world might consider them. What do you think are some of the weirdest?
How Organic Food Works
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Organic food promises freedom from synthetic ingredients. Find out what organic food is, how organic farming works, what the pros and cons are, and why you should care.
What was NASCAR's gentleman's agreement?
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You might have heard about NASCAR's gentleman's agreement, but how much do you really know? Learn about NASCAR's gentleman's agreement at HowStuffWorks.
How Mobile Broadband Services Work
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Mobile broadband services allow you to stay connected to the internet from portable devices. Learn more about mobile broadband services at HowStuffWorks.