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32 Mexico States: From Baja to Yucatán and Everywhere in Between
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Mexico, officially known as the United Mexican States, has 32 distinct regions. Each state offers its own unique identity, from bustling major cities to serene coastal plains. The Mexico states are home to diverse landscapes, vibrant traditions and a rich history.
How a Parisian Lemonade Craze Fought the Plague
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A lemonade fad in 17th century Paris may have stopped the plague from spreading and the death toll from rising. HowStuffWorks looks at the connection.
The Origin of the iPhone Marimba Ringtone Is Shrouded in Mystery
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Who wrote the iPhone marimba ringtone? Learn more about the marimba ringtone's origins in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
Why Do Americans Vote on a Tuesday in November?
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Voting on a Tuesday in November has been a U.S. tradition since the 1840s, but the timing makes it difficult for many people to exercise their right to vote. What are states doing about it?
5 Bits of Intel From the Final 'Rogue One' Trailer
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'Rogue One: A Star Wars Story' is the first standalone film to come from the saga, and the latest trailer offered a lot of surprises.
Ridiculous History: Sentenced to Death by Molten Gold Down the Throat
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Did execution by molten metal ever take place? Learn more about execution by molten gold in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
Help Find the Lost Clickers of D-Day
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HowStuffWorks looks at the story of the D-Day clickers that were an integral part of the Normandy landing and the Acme company trying to find them.
What Really Happened in Salem Village?
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The guys at Stuff They Don't Want You To Know break down some of the myths behind the Salem witch trials.
Hear Sounds When Watching Silent Videos? It Might Be Synesthesia
Some people hear what they see. HowStuffWorks looks at the science.
Sloths Only Poop Once a Week — But They Make It a Good One
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HowStuffWorks finds out why sloths expose themselves to so much danger by leaving their tree homes to poop on the ground.