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What Is the Oldest City in America? A Look at the Top 11

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Embarking on a journey through the United States' historical landscape to learn about the oldest city in America uncovers a rich mosaic of stories that trace back to a time before even the British arrived and settled on the land.

Beyond the Oats Box: 9 Facts About Quakers

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The most famous Quaker (the one on the oats box) is not even a real person. This religious group has had much success in a sweeter area of food: chocolate!

An Historian Explains Ukraine and Russia's Complex Relationship

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University of Michigan historian Ronald Suny answers some questions and corrects some falsehoods about the Ukrainian and Russian history that helped lead up to the current events.

Can You Ace This Thanksgiving Myths Quiz?

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The original Thanksgiving was very different to the way it is celebrated now. Find out more about Thanksgiving with this HowStuffWorks quiz.

How Geek Chic Works

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Geek chic is a fashion style that reflects a geeky or nerdy culture. Find out what it means to be geek chic and what celebrities fit the geek chic profile.

How Many International Airport Codes Do You Know?

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MOM, DAD, BOY, GAL, BRO, SIS, PEE, POO, BOO, AHH, RUN, SIT, DIE, AND and THE are all official airport codes around the world. Are you well-traveled? Can you match the international airport code to the airport?

What is a punkin chunkin?

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A punkin chunkin is explained in this article. Learn about a punkin chunkin.

How Shotguns Work

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To do its job, a projectile must both make contact with the target and hit the target in a critical spot. If a rifle is like using a felt-tip pen, a shotgun is like using a can of spray paint.

Why Americans Are So Crazy About Their Flag

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The United States flag fetish can seem surprising, confusing or even just quaint to outsiders. Where does it come from?

Who Are the Sanctioned Russian Oligarchs?

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This group of men has enormous wealth, and they make up Putin's inner circle. Do they also have any chance of toppling Putin's regime, as well?

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