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The Ultimate Vancouver Quiz

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When you think of Canada, you probably think of its two big cities: Montreal and Toronto. Don't forget about Vancouver, which is one of the most beautiful cities you might ever see. Situated at the western edge of Canada, Vancouver has a distinctly West Coast feel to it. Its many attractions include the orchestra, the comedy festival, and the aquarium. Take our quiz to learn more about Canada's "other" city -- Vancouver!

When did humans start smoking, anyway?

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When did humans start smoking? With today's technology, we know the answer. Take a look at when humans started smoking at Discovery Fit and Health.

50 Years and Counting: 'Star Trek' Writers Explain Its Serious Staying Power

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"Star Trek" is celebrating its 50th anniversary. HowStuffWorks Now talks to two of its writers about why it has endured for so long.

Ridiculous History: Ranchers Hacked Barbed Wire Fences to Create Phone Lines

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Barbed wire fences were used to create telephone networks in rural areas. Learn more about barbed wire phone lines in this HowStuffWorks Now article.

Which Jobs Have the Highest Suicide Rates?

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HowStuffWorks looks at the job categories with the highest suicide rates, according to the CDC.

Predictive Programming, or When Movies 'Predict' Real Events

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Predictive programming is the idea that the media can predict and prepare us for the future. Stuff They Don't Want You to Know investigates.

Why do some foods give you gas?

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Some foods will give you more gas than others (we're looking at you beans). Learn why some foods are more gas-inducing at HowStuffWorks.

When did circuses start using freak shows?

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For generations, freak shows were one of the circus' main draws. Find out when circuses started using freak shows at HowStuffWorks.

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