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This 'Enchantress of Numbers' Was the World's First Computer Programmer
Ada Lovelace was the daughter of famed poet Lord Byron. But she moved out of her father's shadow to make a name in numbers, not words.
What’s the Hardest College To Get Into in the World?
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Getting into college is tough, but getting into one of the most selective universities on Earth? Not even a perfect GPA guarantees you an admissions letter.
How Comic-Con Came to Rule the Pop Culture World
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The hosts of Nerdificient talk about the history of comic book conventions and how San Diego's Comic-Con became so enormous.
What Part of the World Do These Lethal Snakes Live In?
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These lethal snakes are known for causing havoc for the people who encounter them. But, do you know where they are found? Take this quiz and find out!
10 Superstitions From the World of Motor Racing
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Some superstitions might seem outdated, but most racers don't want to take any chances with fate. Learn about racing superstitions at HowStuffWorks.
Forget Thanksgiving! Lunar New Year Sees World's Largest Annual Migration
In 2020, Chunyun occurs from Jan. 10 until Feb. 18, and will see an expected 3 billion trips to honor the Year of the Rat. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
¿Qué tan bien conoces las capitales del mundo?
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Hay casi 200 países en el mundo, cada uno con su propia capital. Si eres un verdadero aficionado de la geografía mundial, ¡averigua si puedes dominar este quiz sobre las capitales del mundo!
This Explanation Will Change How You View 'Jurassic Park'
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What is the emotional subtext of "Jurassic Park" that makes the film resonate emotionally? Learn more in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
What's the Deal With Bubblegum Flavor?
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Forget those breath-freshening flavors; bubblegum-flavored gum is where it's at. HowStuffWorks investigates where the famous flavor came from.
More Proof Neanderthals Weren't Stupid: They Made Their Own String
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We make a big deal about modern humans being smarter than Neanderthals, but, really, are we?