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Can You Identify the State Abbreviation From a State's Outline?
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When it comes to geography, they say the average American can't locate Afghanistan on a map, but how about Iowa? Take a look at these 50 state outlines and see if you can identify the correct abbreviation.
Can You Name These Anime Characters?
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Be it their large eyes or latent power, anime has produced some of the most captivating characters in the history of animation. Do the faces of these Japanese creations stick out in your mind? Take this quiz to find out!
What's the difference between backscatter machines and millimeter wave scanners?
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Nope, these advanced imaging technologies are not the same. So whether you're concerned about privacy, safety or time as you're shuffling through the airport security line, we can tell you how these two types of scanners stack up against each other.
How Betsy Ross Worked
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History tells us that Betsy Ross designed and sewed America's first flag. But is that the truth or is it just legend? Find out more at HowStuffWorks.
Child Development: Helping Your Baby Grow and Learn
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There are steps you can take in helping your child develop. Learn about helping your child develop at Discovery Health.
How Deprogramming Works
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Did the controversial practice of cult deprogramming do more harm than good? Learn about deprogramming at HowStuffWorks.
Show Off Your Canadian Pride by Identifying These Snacks Only Popular in Canada
If you think Canada's snack scene begins and ends with a serving of poutine, then get ready for an eye-opening trip across the country. From sea to shining sea, there's a distinctly Canadian snack for every taste and every mood.
How Dieting Works
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Dieting is a multibillion dollar industry in the United States, but it doesn't work for most people. The standard story is: Lose 20, gain 30. But there are healthy, effective ways to lose weight. Find out why most diets fail and what you can do to make yours work.
Strokes Overview
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Stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States and the leading cause of permanent disability. See if you're at risk for a stroke.
How Domain Name Servers (DNS) Work
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When you type a URL into your web browser's address bar, the correct page appears as if by magic (provided you typed it correctly). Is it the work of sorcery? Nope! Domain name servers are handling all the data behind the scenes.