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How Truck Brakes Work
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Truck brakes have to be big and powerful to stop the truck and its payload. Learn all about truck brakes at HowStuffWorks.
The Order of Assassins Was Very Real and Very Deadly
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The Nizari Ismaili were some of the most feared assassins in the turbulent medieval Middle East. They used secret techniques to survive against enemies with bigger armies. That is until they finally met their match.
29 Countries With a Red-White-Blue Flag Color Combinations
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Flags are powerful symbols of national identity and culture, with each banner telling a unique story about a country's past, values and aspirations — and the red-white-blue flag standard is no exception.
The Ring of Fire Is the Pacific's Volcanic Hotspot
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Explore the Pacific Ring of Fire, a 24,900-mile zone with 75% of Earth's volcanoes and 90% of its earthquakes, shaped by dynamic tectonic activity.
What Is a Flood and Why Is the Surge of Water So Dangerous?
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Flooding has claimed more lives than any other natural disaster. Find out how a gentle stream becomes a raging torrent.
The Hognose Snake Plays Dead in Dramatic Fashion
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These snakes are some of the best reptilian actors you'll ever meet, but don't let the act fool you.
Celebratory Yard Signs Are Having a Major Moment
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Thanks to COVID-19, big celebrations are canceled. So it's no surprise people aren't saying 'Happy Birthday' with a simple card, but with a huge yard sign instead.
Why Are Moose Dangerous, Even More Threatening Than Bears?
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Most people are more afraid of bears in the wild than moose. But, in Alaska, you're more likely to be injured by a moose than a bear. Find out why.
Ultimate Guide to the Sicily Wine Region
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The Sicily wine region is among Italy's best. Learn all about the Sicily wine region at HowStuffWorks.
What If an Asteroid Hit Earth?
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There are obvious craters on Earth (and the moon) that are evidence of a long history of massive objects hitting planet Earth. But what would happen if an asteroid hit Earth today?