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5 Most Common Last Names on Each Continent (Except Antarctica)
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The surnames popular around the globe reflect everything from one's ancestry to regional colonizers to occupations.
Distinctive 'Habsburg Jaw' Came From Centuries of Inbreeding
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Many of the kings and queens of the Spanish Habsburg dynasty had a distinctive facial malady known as the Habsburg jaw. What caused it?
The Truman Doctrine Transformed U.S. Foreign Policy Forever
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Discover how the 1947 Truman Doctrine shifted the U.S. from isolationism to a policy of containing communism, reshaping international relations during the Cold War.
21 Animals That Start With 'E'
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There's a whole host of animals that start with "E," from the largest land animal to small mammals with a curious nature. Whether they waddle, hop, swim or soar, each of these interesting animals has something unique to offer.
6 Types of Dogs You'll See at Official Dog Shows
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The many types of dogs are as diverse as the jobs humans have bred them to perform. From herding dogs to hunting hounds, people have been breeding dogs since prehistoric times to help with tasks like guarding, retrieving and companionship.
How Airplanes Work
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More than 100 years ago the Wright brothers made their historic first flight in Kitty Hawk, N.C. Even after all these years, their creation still boggles the mind: How can something so heavy take to the air?
How Comets Work
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Comets are remarkable pieces of our universe's past, and they tell us a great deal about how the universe was formed. Learn about the long but rewarding process of discovering and analyzing comets.
How do peregrine falcons fly so fast?
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Peregrine falcons are one of the fastest animals on Earth. Learn how peregrine falcons get their speed and which animals should take cover.
How Frazer Cars Work
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The Frazer company was a marriage of Joseph Frazer's sales skill and Henry J. Kaiser's resources. Learn how this partnership worked out.
Do Wolves Really Howl at the Moon?
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Wolves and the moon have been connected since ancient times. Learn why we link wolves and the moon, and if wolves and the moon share a mystical bond.