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What Is Your Stereotypical American Name, According to a British Person?
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The British who have never visited America have a very distorted view of the country. To them, Americans fit into one of many cartoonish archetypes, each with a befitting name. What do you think they think your name is?
A Fiery Final Flight: Hindenburg Disaster Pictures
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The Hindenburg crashed and burned on May 6, 1937. See pictures of the Hindenburg crash and learn about its history in this gallery.
The Steepest Road in the World, Plus 9 Rival Inclines
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The Guinness World Records has an award for the steepest road in the world, and Baldwin Street of New Zealand is the current title holder.
12 Midwest States: A Hub for Agriculture and Heavy Industry
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The Midwest region, also known as the Middle West or the North Central Region of the United States, is home to Lake of the Ozarks, the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center and Mall of America. With the agriculture and manufacturing industries, the area has also had a big economic impact.
How do they test casino dice?
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The craps table is always a casino hot spot, but how can you be sure the game's legit? Learn more about casino dice testing at HowStuffWorks.
10 Types of Ticks for You and Your Pets to Avoid
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If you've ever found a tick clinging to your skin after a hike or a romp in tall grass, you're not alone. These tiny critters are more than just a nuisance — they're also potential carriers of some serious diseases.
What Would Your Job Be in the Mafia?
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You've seen 'Goodfellas,' 'Scarface,' and of course, 'The Sopranos.' Now you want to get involved. Whether you're into kneecapping or numbers, Cosa Nostra has a place for you. Take this quiz to find out what it is!
10 Weirdest Fish in the World: Batfish, Hairy Frogfish, and More
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Earth’s oceans are home to some seriously strange swimmers. From fish with transparent heads to bottom dwellers that pack an electric punch, the weirdest fish in the world come in all shapes and sizes.
What Classifies a World War as, Well, a World War?
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Historians debate what classifies a world war as such and separates it from other conflicts. The phrase sounds straightforward, but there is no single legal rule that officially declares a conflict a world war.
10 Most Destructive Storms
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Witch homicide aside, Dorothy was lucky that her home safely traveled to Oz after the tornado. Many people who lived through the storms on our list were left with nothing.