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Was George Washington Really Offered a Chance to Be King of the U.S.?
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How close did America come to having a monarchy? HowStuffWorks finds out whether George Washington could have been King of the U.S.
21 Best Anime Movies Ever: A Highly Subjective List
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If you're diving into Japanese animation for the first time or just looking for a refresher, you're in for a treat. This list is a diverse sampling of some of the best anime movies of all time, pulling from decades of groundbreaking animated storytelling.
15 Brown Birds You'll Spot in the Northern Hemisphere
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Brown birds are often ground-dwelling, foraging, nesting birds. In Native American cultures, birds are also sometimes seen as messengers between the spirit world and the physical realm, so a brown bird could be seen as bringing a connection to Earth, home, reliability, simplicity and consistency.
15 Famous Astronauts Who Expanded Our Universe
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Some brave explorers travel across oceans; others blast off into space. This list of famous astronauts celebrates the pioneers of space exploration — those who took "one giant leap" for humankind and expanded our reach beyond Earth.
5 Texas Beaches for Family-friendly Summer Fun
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Sure, you could hit Florida or California, but if you're dreaming of sun, sand and surf, why not head somewhere unexpected?
10 Least Diverse States in the U.S.
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If you're looking for diversity in the United States, you're not alone. Researchers, policymakers and businesses alike want to understand how populations vary in terms of race, religion, culture, language, education and more.
18 Scariest Horror Movies to Guarantee You Won't Sleep Tonight
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Some horror movies just make you squirm. Others make you check the locks. But the scariest horror movies? These are the ones that invade your dreams, hijack your pulse, and make you reconsider walking down that dark hallway. They're disturbing, intense, and engineered to make your brain scream.
How to Drive Economically
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Energy costs are rising. Driving with fuel economy in mind is one step you can take toward conserving fuel. Learn to drive and save money on gas.
How Sidewinder Missiles Work
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A Sidewinder missile weaves through the air toward an enemy target as if it has a mind of its own -- and in a way, it does. High-tech "smart weapons" take most of the guess work out of hitting a target. Find out how Sidewinders seek and destroy.
How Hearing Works
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Hearing is made possible through physical movement, rather than chemical reactions. Learn about hearing and see diagrams explaining the hearing process.