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The War of 1812: The White House Burns and 'The Star-Spangled Banner' Is Born
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The War of 1812 ended in a stalemate, which enabled the U.S. to escape defeat and grow into a world power. HowStuffWorks looks at this forgotten war.
Is This a Regular or Shiny Pokemon?
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The Pokemon world is filled with plenty of interesting creatures, and some of them even come with a shine. Do you know which of these Pokemon are shiny? Take this quiz and find out!
Do you know your Japanese anime?
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From movies to TV shows, anime has made a lasting impression on U.S. culture. Prove your anime knowledge by completing this quiz on some of the most popular anime ever made!
Taurus Compatibility: Love, Friendship, and Zodiac Insights
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Are you a Taurus wondering about your compatibility with others? Uncover the truth about your zodiac matches and what makes them tick!
8 Native American Scientists You Should Know
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From astronauts to doctors to an archaeologist, we present eight scientists whose contributions to science, engineering and math were inseparable from their identities as Indigenous Americans.
How Jumbo TV Screens Work
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The video screens at sporting events and concerts are almost like your TV -- except that they're GIGANTIC! Learn about the technology that makes these 30-foot displays possible.
How Does the Herbicide Glyphosate (Roundup) Work?
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Roundup is the brand name for the chemical glyphosate, which is the most widely used weedkiller today. Some hail it, some hate it, but what does it really do?
How Toasters Work
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Ever wonder how a toaster knows when something is done? Does it pop it up regardless? Does it really care if you pick "Light" or "Medium" or "Dark"?
How to Defrag a Computer: Step-by-step Instructions
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When you save a document, your machine disseminates little pieces of the file into empty spaces on the hard drive. Learn why it's done this way and how defragmenting maintains your computer's performance.
How Tower Cranes Work
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Tower cranes rise 150 feet in the air and lift up to 19 tons. Plus, they actually build themselves! They're simply amazing. Learn how these structures accomplish such feats.