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How Bad Is America's Infrastructure, Really?
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The Senate just crossed a hurdle to get a bipartisan infrastructure bill signed. It could pay for new roads, bridges and other installations that a country needs to function. But why is infrastructure so notoriously hard to fund in America anyway?
How Fractals Work
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Fractals have been around forever but were only defined in the last quarter of the 20th century. Think you can wrap your brain around how fractals work?
Why André the Giant Was Larger Than Life
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André the Giant made his wrestling debut at New York City's Madison Square Garden. HowStuffWorks looks at what made him larger than life.
What is Storm and Stress?
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"Storm and stress" refers to the period of adolescence in which is also known as the "rebelious years". Learn about Storm and Stress from this article.
Who Invented the Internet?
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At one time, sharing files between computers meant carrying a box of punch cards from one machine to another. The Internet changed all that, but who's responsible for creating this network of networks?
Kathy Whitworth
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Kathy Whitworth's steady, consistent golf swing led her to 88 victories from 1962-85. Learn more about Kathy Whitworth and her stellar golf career.
Can You Identify These Monster Jam Trucks?
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Does Grave Digger make your blood run cold? Does Storm Damage make your windows shake? Does the Monster Mutt make you want to play fetch? If you're a true fan of Monster Jam, shift into gear and see how many trucks you can ID!
Can you guess how much these everyday items used to cost?
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Thanks to the relentless march of inflation, prices of everything, from housing to a gallon of milk, continue to rise over time. People living in decades past had to pinch pennies and stretch dollars to afford necessities or splurge on a taste of luxury, just like modern families. Take our quiz to see if you can guess how much everyday items cost in days past!
How Ramadan Works
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In Islam, Ramadan is the holiest time of the year. For a month, Muslims fast during daylight hours to show their devotion to Allah. Find out more about Ramadan.
How Daytona Qualifying Works
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Qualifying for any NASCAR race is challenging, but Daytona qualifying is especially tough. Find out why Daytona qualifying is so complex at HowStuffWorks.