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Did Betsy Ross Really Make the First American Flag?
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Did Betsy Ross really make the first American flag? Learn the myths and facts about Betsy Ross and the first American flag.
When do TV commercials need to use disclaimers?
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TV commercial disclaimers are expressed in fine print at the bottom of the screen or in a voice-over. Learn about TV commercial disclaimers.
What's a shotgun house?
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A shotgun house is modestly built and constructed in very close proximity to other shotgun houses. Learn about the shotgun house and it's history.
Does smiling make you happy?
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Can smiling make you happy? Take a look at research and explanations behind whether or not smiling can make you happy.
How VolunteerMatch Works
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VolunteerMatch is a Web site that connects nonprofits with volunteers. Learn to use VolunteerMatch to find a volunteer opportunity or recruit volunteers.
Lovely Lycopene: 5 Hidden Health Benefits of Tomatoes
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Did you know that there are some great hidden health benefits of tomatoes? Check out our top 5 hidden health benefits of tomatoes.
1980 Corvette
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The 1980 Corvette was born in the midst of a new 'energy crisis,' which likely contributed to a decrease in sales. Learn about the 1980 Corvette.
How Rubber Roofs Work
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Rubber roofs are growing in popularity. Learn about how rubber roofs work at HowStuffWorks.
A Nation Divided: Civil War Quiz
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Although it ended more than a century ago, the scars of the Civil War are still with Americans today. Think you know more than the average Billy Yank or Johnny Reb about the blood and politics behind the war? Find out by taking our Civil War quiz.
Does light attract sharks?
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Light attracting sharks is a theory that suggests sharks are drawn by bright, shiny, yellow and light-colored objects. Learn about light and sharks.