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Slavery Under Another Name: What Were the Black Codes?
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The Emancipation Proclamation may have signified the formal end of slavery. But the newly enacted Black Codes effectively re-enslaved thousands of Black people.
10 Outrageous Lawsuits
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From suing over too-hot coffee to a misplaced pair of pants, Americans seem to be in a litigious state of mind. See 8 outrageous lawsuits.
Can You Match Each Surname to Its Country of Origin?
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Last names -- or surnames -- are a vital aspect of human identity in many parts of the world. They tell a story about family status, occupation and much more. Can you match these surnames to their countries of origin?
Can You Identify All These Police Vehicles?
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All police vehicles are not created equal. Can you tell which vehicle is under the flashing red and blue lights that are going to put a crimp in your day - or save the day?
Bees Stopped Buzzing During the 2017 Solar Eclipse
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A citizen science project during 2017's solar eclipse helped researchers study how bees responded to the eclipse. HowStuffWorks looks at the results.
Can You Identify These Venomous Snakes?
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Knowing sequences of colors and patterns can help you tell the difference between dangerous and benign snakes. Your life may depend on it! Take this quiz to see if you can identify these venomous snakes from a single image.
Can You Identify These Canadian Freshwater Fish From an Image?
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Whether you're a freshwater fishing fan or an amateur marine biologist, one thing's for sure; we think it'll seem fishy if you can't get at least 14 correct answers on this quiz!
Alligator vs. Crocodile: What's the Difference?
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The difference between alligators and crocodiles stems from jaws and teeth. Learn how you can tell the difference between alligators and crocodiles.
Fisher Cats: Tough Guys of the Weasel World
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HowStuffWorks looks at the world of the mysterious fisher cat, which actually isn't a cat at all but rather a tough member of the weasel family.
What would nuclear winter be like?
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If the sight of a mushroom cloud burning above the horizon suggests that the nuclear weapon-equipped world might end with a bang, then nuclear winter presents the notion that post-World War III humanity might very well die with a whimper.