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Does Your Brain Get Tired Like the Rest of Your Body?

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We all know what it feels like to be burned out. But does that really mean that our brain is tired? And is it the same as when other muscles tire out?

How Turducken Became the Ultimate Thanksgiving Triple Play

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The turducken is the definitive bird-within-a-bird-within-a-bird on the table today. HowStuffWorks breaks down who first created this mystery meat.

Why Are We Still Talking About Plato 2,100 Years Later?

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Plato, who died around 347 B.C.E., laid the groundwork for Western philosophical thought. But what did he say that's was so remarkable?

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.

How Do Gold Prices Work and Should You Buy Some?

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In challenging economic times, people often turn to gold as a hedge against a falling stock market. But is this a good idea?

Can You Guess the Country from 3 Images?

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Get your travel boots on and discover what the world has to offer! To start, try guessing the country from the images we give here!

Can You Answer These General Knowledge Questions Every Adult Should Know?

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There are a lot of things are considered general knowledge, but not everybody knows them. Put your general knowledge savvy to the test with this HowStuffWorks quiz!

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!

Are You a Big Hockey Fan? Can You Ace This NHL Trivia Quiz?

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The National Hockey League is one of the most popular sports leagues in the world, and for decades it has spawned legends and lore on the ice. But what do you really know about the NHL and its star players?

Do Unbiased Jurors Exist in the Age of Social Media?

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About seven in 10 Americans log on to social media, the Pew Research Center reported in April 2021. They chat with friends and family, play games and read the news. By the time a high-profile court case rolls around for jury selection, there's a good chance those potential jurors have heard something about it. Can the impartial jury system survive the digital age?

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