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How the Pledge of Allegiance Went from Marketing Ploy to Classroom Staple

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The Pledge of Allegiance started as just part of a marketing campaign to sell flags. But along the way, it became something much much bigger.

We're Getting Closer to the Quantum Internet, But What Is It?

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The quantum internet would use the quirky behavior of tiny particles to enable applications not possible with today's internet.

NASA's Chief Sniffer's Job Is to Keep 'Stinky' Situations Out of Space

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Nobody's nose knows better than NASA's George Aldrich. He's the longest-serving member of the space agency's odor panel, which basically sniffs and smells everything that goes up into space.

Why is it bad luck to change the name of a ship?

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Sailors are known for superstitions about good and bad luck while sailing, including one about the name of the ship itself.

The Selena Gomez Quiz

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Selena Gomez has gone from a Disney Channel darling to a global performer who sings, acts and designs clothing. How well do you know Selena Gomez? Take this quiz to find out.

Can you name the home city of these NFL teams?

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Each fall, NFL teams from around the country try to smash each other to pieces (and hopefully make the playoffs). Can you name the home city of each professional football team?

How Much do You Know About the World's Megacities?

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Family rural living is a dying way of life everywhere in the world. People are flocking to cities, swelling them in size to the point that they become megacities. How much do you know about the megacities of the Earth?

Can You Pass This High School General Science Quiz?

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Although not always a favorite subject, most people take at least one general science class in high school. Take this quiz to find out how much you remember.

Can You Finish These English Proverbs?

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Proverbs tend to be short, catchy sayings that hold within them some small nugget of truth or wisdom. Test your knowledge of these often cliched, though sometimes useful, phrases!

Can You Guess the Dessert Item if We Give You Three Clues?

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Desserts are a sweet treat that look very different around the world. If you know your Turkish delight from your apple pie, put that sweet tooth to the test with this HowStuffWorks quiz!

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