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5 Things You Didn't Know About Wikipedia
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Wikipedia launched on Jan. 15, 2001. HowStuffWorks explores how it got so big and what lies ahead.
What do other people think about you?
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We get so busy handling our lives that we don't often consider how we are coming off to those around us. Find out exactly what other people think of you and your ways!
When Talking About a Pipe Dream, What Are People Smoking?
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Let's dive into a term that describes something wildly imaginative but, well, a bit unrealistic: a pipe dream. If you've ever had an idea that feels amazing but probably isn't going to happen, you've had a pipe dream. But where does this expression come from, and what does it mean?
How Much Do You Know About Britain's EastEnders?
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"EastEnders" is a popular British soap opera that began in the '80s. It has sparked a lot of attention and enthusiasm, both in the U.K. and abroad! Are you an "EastEnders" fan? In this quiz, we'll test your knowledge of this remarkable, dramatic show, and by the end, you'll be free to fly the Union Jack.
Why Do 'Star Wars' Fans Complain So Much About 'Star Wars'?
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While the 'Star Wars' films represents an uplifting modern mythology, some fans insist on eating each other alive. Learn why at HowStuffWorks.
5 Things Jenga Can Teach Us About Structural Engineering
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Jenga seems like such a simple game -- all you have to do is keep a tower of wooden blocks from toppling over. It may be simple, but it's anchored by several complex structural engineering concepts.
8 Cuddly Facts About Koalas
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HowStuffWorks finds out whether koalas drink water, the many uses for their butts and how Herbert Hoover became their best friend.
9 Surprising Facts About Mexican Revolutionary Pancho Villa
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Assassinated at the age of 45, Francisco 'Pancho' Villa was a bandit, a politician and one of the most prominent figures of the Mexican Revolution.
9 Enormous Facts About Sperm Whales, Gigantic Creatures of the Sea
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Sperm whales are one of the largest creatures in the ocean. And they have the biggest brain on the planet. So are they also the smartest? We'll tell you.
5 Things Lego Blocks Can Teach About Structural Engineering
Playing with Lego blocks isn't just child's play. In fact, these blocks and products present a hands-on opportunity to learn the basics of structural engineering.