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Why 'Wednesday' Isn't Pronounced the Way It's Spelled
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The origin of Wednesday is tied into ancient gods, and a vanishing letter isn't uncommon. Learn more in this HowStuffWorks article.
How the Green Berets Work
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John F. Kennedy called the green beret "a symbol of excellence, a badge of courage, a mark of distinction in the fight for freedom" -- a nod to the most formidable arm of the U.S. military. The Green Berets, or Special Forces, are America's first line of defense around the world.
The Fast and Furious Peregrine Falcon Is a Midair Hunting Machine
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While the cheetah is the fastest land animal in the world, the peregrine falcon, a large predatory raptor, is by far the fastest bird on planet Earth.
Do You Know the Meaning of These Common Acronyms?
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Life is short! One way that people try to save time is by using acronyms. But acronyms don't help very much if you don't understand what they stand for. So test your knowledge of them now with our quiz!
The Porbeagle Shark Hunts With Dogged Determination
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Porbeagles are related to great whites, but while they're also athletic killers, they're smaller and far less ferocious. And what's with the funny dog name?
A Look at Spanish-speaking Countries and Regional Dialects
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Like English, Spanish is a global language with nearly 600 million Spanish speakers worldwide. There are many Spanish-speaking countries, from the 21 nations with Spanish as their official language, to other countries with significant populations of people who speak Spanish as their native language or as a second language.
Ultimate Guide to SpongeBob SquarePants
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"SpongeBob SquarePants" is simply the most popular animated serial on television today. Read more about the SpongeBob phenomenon.
10 Construction Projects That Broke the Bank
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Whether we're trying to save a sinking city or dig a massive tunnel, our appetite for construction knows no bounds. But if designers had known the actual cost of these 10 projects, they might have gone back to the drawing board.
How Monster Jam Works
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Monster Jam is loud, intense and full of huge trucks. HowStuffWorks looks at the multimillion-dollar event org that attracts people across the globe.
How Nostradamus Works
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Nostradamus is said to have predicted the rises of Napoleon and Hitler, the destruction of the World Trade Center and even the COVID-19 pandemic. But was this 15th-century astrologer really that smart?