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Why Is There a Crack in the Liberty Bell?
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Older than the founding of the United States, the Liberty Bell has endured as a symbol of freedom for many Americans, even though that was not its original role.
What's Inside Mount Rushmore's Not-So-Secret Chamber?
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Mount Rushmore contains a small chamber, part of an abandoned plan to preserve American history for thousands of years. HowStuffWorks steps inside.
How a 'War of the Worlds' Radio Broadcast Panicked America
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The 'War of the Worlds' radio broadcast on Oct. 30, 1938 is one of the most famous in history, mainly because Americans believed aliens were invading.
How Satanic Panic Worked
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Satanic panic caused Americans to worry about cult movements intent on sacrificing children. Learn more about how satanic panic worked.
Aster, Michaelmas Daisy
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Aster, or michaelmas daisy, is a North American flower. You'll find garden asters in many sizes and colors. Learn about these perennial flowers.
A Quick and Dirty History of Spring Break
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How did spring break become a booze-fueled rite of passage for American college students? Can we blame this one on the ancient Greeks?
Why in the World Do U.S. Presidents Pardon Turkeys?
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Every year the U.S. president pardons a turkey and Americans eat it up. Not the bird, but the ceremony. How did this priceless tradition even start?
Bipolar Disorder Overview
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Bipolar disorder, also called manic-depressive disorder, affects millions of Americans. Learn about mania, mood swings and how bipolar is treated.
10 Conspiracy Theories About the JFK Assassination
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Sixty-one percent of Americans think Lee Harvey Oswald did not act alone. Here are 10 conspiracy theories about the JFK assassination.
You're Feeding Your Cats All Wrong
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HowStuffWorks looks at a new report from the American Association of Feline Practitioners about how to feed your cat for optimal health.