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Will the U.S. Ever Run Out of Telephone Numbers?
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The list of usable phone numbers runs into the billions, but the number is not infinite. So, what happens if we run out?
How Puerto Rican Traditions Work
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Many Puerto Rican traditions go back for hundreds of years. Find out about Puerto Rican traditions at HowStuffWorks.
10 Strange Structural Engineering Marvels
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Some architects and engineers go big. Others get fancy. And yet others aim squarely for the completely bizarre. These imagination-bending, gravity-defying products may induce more than a few OMGs.
How King Tut Became a Pharaonic Rock Star Only After Death
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Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamun didn't make much of an impression in his time on Earth, even while he was king. But in the afterlife King Tut rules.
How Knife Throwing Works
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Knife throwing is a performance art and awesome pastime. Learn about the technique and history of knife throwing.
The Subconscious Psychology Quiz
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How in control are you of your thoughts and actions? As much as we like to think we control our lives, our subconscious often drives our desires and decisions. Take this quiz to find out what personality is behind the wheel of your mind!
What is the origin of life on Earth?
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What is the origin of life on Earth? Learn about theories of evolution and the origin of life on Earth at HowStuffWorks.
The Ultimate Clothing Quiz
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You love dressing in the latest fashions and have a flair for color, but do you know all about the fabric you wear? Do you take your carpet for granted or do you know all about how it was manufactured? Challenge your knowledge of the multitude of fabrics that surround us in every facet of life. Take this quiz and find out what you really know.
10 Amazing Ancient Egyptian Inventions
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There may be no greater tribute to a society's ingenuity and vision than the Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt. What other cool stuff did the ancient Egyptians invent?
Are You Country Enough to Name These Top Country Hits?
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From Johnny to Dolly, George to Reba, country music has long represented good old American living, true love and the beauty of the simple things. Do you think you know the top country songs? Take this quick quiz and test your knowledge today!