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Can You Score 27/35 On This Difficult American History Quiz?
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American history can be both intriguing and complicated at the same time. How well do you know your American history? Take this difficult quiz and find out!
5 Ferocious Art World Rivalries
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Grudge matches can be found in every corner of the world, including the art world. Here are five rivalries that continued for years.
15 Least Racist Countries: A Complicated List
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Racism isn't always loud. Sometimes it's in the job you don't get, the glance you receive at the store, or the place you're told you "shouldn't go." Figuring out the least racist countries is complex, but research, surveys, and policy data can point us in the right direction.
10 Aviation Innovations We'd Be Stuck on the Ground Without
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In the world of flight, it's a fine line between flying high and falling fast. Can you name 10 of the innovations that keep planes and their passengers airborne?
How the First Olympics Worked
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Before today's spandex-clad (and some sequined) Olympians set their sights on the gold, silver or bronze, ancient Greeks competed for victory. How did the games begin, and why were the athletes gunning for olive oil?
What's a Yule Log?
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A yule log is burned because it is believed to bring good luck. Learn more about yule logs and why yule logs are associated with Christmas.
The Lowdown on High Heels: Men Wore Them First
High heels were originally worn by men. HowStuffWorks takes a look at the history of the high-heeled shoe.
Why are singing shows so popular?
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Singing shows on TV can help us live out our musical dreams vicariously. Is that why singing shows are so popular? Find out at HowStuffWorks.
What Was the First Photo Ever Taken?
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Joseph Nicéphore Niépce is responsible for the first photo ever taken. Almost lost to time, the image used a process called heliography.
How Cell Phone Jammers Work
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A cell phone jammer allows people to exploit the vulnerability of the radio spectrum to silence blabbering offenders. See how cell phone jammers work.