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The Cleanest Lakes in the U.S. Aren't the Same as the Clearest

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American lakes are a vital feature of the country's landscape and cultural identity; from the Great Lakes in the Upper Penninsula to the picturesque Ozarks of the Midwest, citizens have flocked to these large freshwater sources for trade, natural resources and top-notch recreational activities.

On One Pacific Island, a U.S. Soldier and Prince Philip Are Gods

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What can 'cargo cults' of the Pacific Islands tell us about our own political and social beliefs? HowStuffWorks investigates the John Frum movement.

What's It Like in Slab City, the 'Last Free Place' in the U.S.?

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Some call it an artists colony, others a squatters' paradise. Either way, it attracts lots of visitors, billing itself as the last free place in America. So, what's it really like?

Who Was the Worst President Ever in U.S. History?

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Every few years, a group of historians and scholars ranks America's presidents. The "winner" of the worst president ever category has remained consistent.

Cheaters Never Win? Many U.S. High School Students Disagree

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In a study on academic integrity, 59 percent of high schoolers admitted to cheating. HowStuffWorks talks to experts about the cheating and its stigma.

Why Emmett Till's Murder Shook the Conscience of the U.S.

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What was it about Emmett Till's kidnapping and lynching (among the thousands of lynchings after the Civil War) that made the world stand up and take notice?

Did a U.S. president rewrite the Bible?

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The Jefferson bible gives a glimpse into the mind of an enigmatic president's religious views. Read how the Jefferson bible was created and where it is now.

Why are gas prices declining?

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What causes gas prices to drop in the fall of 2006? Learn what economic factors can cause a drop in gas prices.

Do You Know Your U.S. Marines Lingo?

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One-two-three-four, do you love the Marine Corps?! If you do, then you need to prove it. Sure you can walk the walk but here's where you talk the talk. Take the quiz and show us what you've got. Oorah!

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