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What Position Would You Play on an NFL Team?

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Quarterbacks often stand out as stars on the gridiron, but where would we be without lightning-fast wide receivers? Powerhouse linebackers? Laser-focused kickers? There's no "I" in team but there might be a "you." Take the quiz and see where you fit in!

What Is a Postal Code? A Brief History of Zip Codes

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You use it all the time, but what is a postal code, really? In short, a zip code expedites mail delivery and helps prevent fraudulent activity on credit cards.

15 Hindu Gods Representing Cyclical Balance in the Universe

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Hinduism is one of the world's oldest religions in the world, with roots stretching back over 4,000 years. According to The Pew Research Center, there are about 1 billion Hindus in the world, representing 15 percent of the global population. Approximately 94 percent of Hindus live in India, and 60 percent of Southern Asia's total population is Hindu.

Can Popping a Wheelie Land You in Jail?

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Calm down, Evel Knievel. Popping those wheelies could get you in trouble with the law. But can it land you in jail? Find out at HowStuffWorks.

Drivers Who Merge at the Last Minute May Be Annoying, But They're Right

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What is the most efficient way for lanes of traffic to merge? Learn more in this HowStuffWorks Now article about traffic and zipper merging.

Scientists Can Induce Visual Hallucinations by Showing You This Annoying Video

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Researchers have discovered a way to trigger and control a visual hallucination without drugs, illness or direct brain stimulation.

Brown v. Board Wasn't the First Case to Challenge Jim Crow in Schools

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Brown v. Board was a landmark case that advanced the fight against segregation laws, but it was a long road to get there. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.

People Who Drive With Their Hazard Lights Flashing Are Making a Mistake

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Should you turn on your hazard lights in the rain? Learn why police advise against that unsafe practice in this HowStuffWorks article.

Is It Bad to Drive Without a Gas Cap?

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We've all done it - forgotten to put the gas cap back on after fueling up and then driven off from the gas station. So is it bad for our cars?

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