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Is All That Shines Really Sterling Silver?
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The Brits standardized what it means for an item to be sterling silver way back in the 14th century. But how can you tell if something is sterling or not?
Can You Remember These Classic '50s Cartoons from Just One Image?
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Can remember some of the greatest toons from the 50s? Were you part of the Mickey Mouse Club? Are you more Spunky and Tadpole? Take this quiz to test your TV knowledge!
The Germans Have a Word for the Slow Days of Late Summer: Sommerloch
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You know that time in summer when everything slows down and not much is going on? The German word sommerloch neatly sums it up. But where did it come from?
Match the Fighter Jet to Its Nickname!
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Do you know your Tomcats from your Typhoons? Your Flagons from your Fencers? Or your Fulcrums from your Foxbats? Then this jet fighter nickname quiz is just for you!
10 Iconic Fashion Pieces Named for People or Places
From the bikini to the Hermès Birkin bag, fashion favorites are often named for the people and places that inspired them. HowStuffWorks looks at 10.
5 Hugely Fun Facts About Mass (Not Weight)
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Weight is the measurement of gravity's pull on an object. And it varies by location. Mass is a different beast altogether.
Everything You Wanted to Know About the First Thanksgiving
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The first Thanksgiving is rife with historical facts that you probably don't know. Learn everything you wanted to know about the first Thanksgiving.
How Sign Language Works
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Sign language has been used for centuries as a way to communicate with the deaf. Learn about sign language and see pictures of the sign language alphabet.
How Thanksgiving Works
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Today, many associate the holiday less with pilgrims and American Indians and more with football and turkey. What's the real story of Thanksgivig Day?
Can You Match These World Famous Soccer Players to Their Home Country?
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Athletes come from all corners of the world, but how well are you able to tell which one they are from? If you would like to test your knowledge, you should take this quiz!