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What's the difference between a penguin and a puffin?
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The difference between penguins and puffins involves habitat and means of transportation. Learn more about the difference between penguins and puffins.
6 Largest Empires in History
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You've probably heard of the Russian, the Mongol, the Roman, the British and a few other empires. Until pretty recently, they were all over the place (literally). So, what were the largest empires in history?
Posse Comitatus: The 140-Year-Old Law That Affects U.S. Troops at the Border
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Posse comitatus is an idea and a U.S. law that leaves law enforcement to local authorities, not the feds. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
Great British Baking Terms: Know Your Scones From Your Biscuits
HowStuffWorks looks at some great British Baking terms - and some American ones as well.
The History and Symbolism of the U.S. Presidential Seal
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Do you know the history and significance of the presidential seal? HowStuffWorks takes a look.
Cinnabar: Red, Beautiful — and Toxic
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Cinnabar's bright-red pigment has been used in jewelry, pottery and makeup for millennia. But cinnabar is also the primary ore for mercury, making it a dangerous mineral if the particles are inhaled.
How Landlords Work
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Landlords rent or lease apartments and homes as a business. Learn more about landlords and what's involved in renting property.
How to Improve Your Skin with Mint
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Mint is quite beneficial to skin. Learn how to improve your skin with mint at HowStuffWorks.
Why Do Lemurs Live Only in Madagascar?
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Lemurs live in Madagascar - and no other place on Earth. But long ago, they thrived all over the planet. Learn why lemurs live only in Madagascar.
How much do you know about summer solstice?
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From its pagan and its religious roots to the mystery of Stonehenge and other ancient sites, the summer solstice has meant many things to many people on this planet. See how much you know about when and why the summer solstice happens, and why it's been considered a magical time of the year.