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15 Largest Cities in Illinois, Ranked by Population
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Illinois, the Prairie State, is known for its towering skyscrapers, charming small towns and diverse neighborhoods. According to Census population data, the Illinois population is the fifth-largest in the United States.
How Satellite Internet Receivers Work
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Satellite internet receivers are useful travel gadgets. Learn more about satellite internet receivers at HowStuffWorks.
How Sustainable Forestry Works
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How does sustainable forestry work? Learn about green technologies and innovations in the field of sustainable forestry.
How Removing Public Monuments Works
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Controversy surrounds the removal of public monuments honoring the U.S. Confederacy. But who or what determines which monuments go up or come down?
How Mortgages Work
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A mortgage is a loan in which your house functions as the collateral. Learn about mortgages in this article from HowStuffWorks.
How Drug Courts Work
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Drug courts can change lives. HowStuffWorks talked to experts about drug courts and how they have also changed the criminal court system.
The Elephant Trunk Snake Is Fully Aquatic
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The elephant trunk snake is one of the most unusual reptiles out there. Native to Southeast Asia, this fully aquatic snake is known for its distinctive appearance, with loose, baggy skin that gives it a texture reminiscent of an elephant’s trunk — hence the name!
12 Midwest States: A Hub for Agriculture and Heavy Industry
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The Midwest region, also known as the Middle West or the North Central Region of the United States, is home to Lake of the Ozarks, the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center and Mall of America. With the agriculture and manufacturing industries, the area has also had a big economic impact.
5 Most Bike-friendly Cities in the U.S.
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Cycling isn’t just about recreation anymore. In the most progressive American cities, bikes play a critical role in daily transportation.
Why Do Bruises Change Colors as They Heal?
It's super weird that a bruise changes from deep purple to green to yellow during the healing process. HowStuffWorks looks into this strange process.