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Why the Ghost of Andrew Jackson Haunts the Modern U.S. Presidency
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Andrew Jackson seems to resonate particularly with Donald Trump. HowStuffWorks looks at what the two presidents have in common and where they differ.
What Are the Biggest Lakes in the U.S.?
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The United States is home to some truly spectacular lakes. Whether considering the massive Great Lakes themselves or deep alpine gems like Lake Tahoe, with its crystal-clear waters, America is well-stocked with many sizable bodies of water.
Why is the U.S. pursuing health care reform?
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Why pursue health reform? It might help you save money and get the service you need. Learn about the health care debate and why pursue health reform.
Can We Guess Which Region of the U.S. You Grew Up In?
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By the time you finish answering our questions, we will know where you grew up! Well, we'll at least know the region you called home!
Should the U.S. Move to Permanent Daylight Saving Time?
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Few Americans like the switching between Daylight Saving Time and Standard Time, but there's conflict on whether to switch permanently to DST or to ST.
The U.S. Air Force Dropped an Atomic Bomb on South Carolina in 1958
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In the 1950s a nuclear bomb was accidentally dropped on rural South Carolina. Learn more about this weird history in this HowStuffWorks article.
No, Not Only U.S. Presidents Are on American Money
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It turns out a lot of people think you have to be a president to appear on money. This HowStuffWorks Now article looks into debunking that myth.
What's So 'Offal' About Haggis and Why's It Banned in the U.S.?
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The national dish of Scotland is banned in America. But whose idea was it to stuff a sheep's stomach bag and boil it? And what does it taste like?
Memorial Day in the U.S. Means Way More Than Barbecue
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Today Americans mostly celebrate it as the start of summer. But the annual May holiday has a significant history that's worthy of acknowledgment.
What if the U.S. put all its trash in one giant landfill?
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One giant landfill for all the trash in the entire United States would have to be massive. Learn about using one giant landfill for the United States.