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5 Things to Know About Author Roald Dahl

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The author of many beloved children's classics, Roald Dahl was also a World War II flying ace and a spy. Learn more about this controversial figure.

Narwhal Echolocation Abilities Exceed Those of Any Other Animal, Study Finds

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What are the echolocation abilities of a narwhal? Learn more about a new study on narwhal echolocation in this HowStuffWorks Now article.

Why Do Americans Vote on a Tuesday in November?

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Voting on a Tuesday in November has been a U.S. tradition since the 1840s, but the timing makes it difficult for many people to exercise their right to vote. What are states doing about it?

10 Unique Careers You Won't Believe Exist

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'So, what do you do?' 'I'm a tampon tester.' How's that for cocktail conversation? Let HowStuffWorks help you find your new, unique career.

Ridiculous History: The Civil War's Worst Cup of Coffee

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You know how you look forward to your morning cup of joe? Union soldiers did, too. Except theirs was made from Essence of Coffee and tasted terrible.

10 Major Players in the Private Sector Space Race

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Sure, the shuttles may be sitting around in museums now, but our journey to space is far from over. Get ready to meet some serious contenders in the new space race.

10 Tech Companies That Totally Imploded

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When the Internet first became a viable business venue, new tech ventures popped up every day. Read about 10 tech companies that crashed and burned.

Why We Use the Suffix '-Gate' for Scandals (And Can We Please Stop?)

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Learn why the suffix "gate" implies a scandal, political or otherwise, in this HowStuffWorks article.

Early Twentieth Century Railroads

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Early 20th-century railroads saw major improvements in safety and comfort, as well as new regulations. Learn more about railroads in the early 1900s.

The Ultimate Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Quiz

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These heroes in a half-shell seem to find plenty of fans in every new generation. Grab a slice of pizza and test your turtle knowledge with our Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles quiz!

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