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Don't Waffle On This: Take the Waffle House Quiz
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Think you know your scattered from your smothered? Take this HowStuffWorks Waffle House Quiz and find out.
How Many Data Centers Does Google Have Around the World?
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By asking, "how many data centers does google have," you're really asking how the internet stays on.
COVID-19 or Not, Many Port Cities Want to Ban Cruise Ships
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Cities across the globe are banning or limiting cruise ship traffic, while critics are challenging the resulting loss of revenue. Why do cities want them gone and is there a way to make everyone happy?
Wasted Bread Is Being Brewed Into Craft Beer
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Toast Ale is on a quest to reduce food waste and make craft beer while they're at it. Learn about how wasted bread is being turned into craft beer.
The IRS Already Has Our Data So Why Do We Still File Taxes?
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At least 30 countries have return-free filing systems, including Denmark, Sweden, Spain and the United Kingdom. Why doesn't the U.S.?
All Dolled Up: The Barbie Quiz
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Much more than a simple toy, Barbie is the inspirational career woman who teaches girls they can do anything - while showing off a figure that's pure fantasy. Take our quiz to test your knowledge of Barbie's history, triumphs and controversies.
How does public transportation help the environment?
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In January 2004, the citizens of Milan, Italy, were preparing for a strike that would shut down all public transportation. Since an estimated 28 percent of greater Milan's 3 million populace relied heavily on public transit, the strike meant gridlock for most of the city.
The Treaty of Versailles: Did the End of WWI Cause the Start of WWII?
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In 1919, 30 nations signed the Treaty of Versailles, which degreed Germany to pay huge fines for starting World War I. But were the terms too harsh?
Is There a Hidden Cure for Cancer?
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A surprising percentage of Americans believe that Big Pharma is hiding the cure for cancer because there's a lot of money to be made treating the disease. Experts explain why this isn't true.
Can We Get Into Space Without Big Rockets?
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Visionaries have proposed various ways to get into space without using large rockets for propulsion, such as building a space elevator or harnessing magnetic levitation.