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How the Declaration of Independence Birthed the American Nation

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HowStuffWorks takes a look at the U.S. Declaration of Independence document - what's inside it and what's not.

9 Heavy-hitting Facts About the Greatest, Muhammad Ali

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He was cocky when it came to his boxing career but charitable when it came to his heart. That's just part of why Muhammad Ali's legacy shines so bright.

Can You Correctly Identify These Animals in Spanish?

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Some animal names make perfect sense in Spanish, as they sound like the English word, while others... not so much. Whether you took Spanish in high school or know Greek or Latin root words, don't let curiosity kill the gato. Get satisfaction by taking this animal quiz. You're bound to be more clever than a zorro.

Can You Finish These Nursery Rhymes?

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Nursery rhymes are loved around the world by children and adults alike, but how well do you know them? Test your knowledge with this HowStuffWorks quiz!

What Car Should I Buy?

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Have you been shopping for a fresh new ride to replace your jalopy but are uncertain what to buy? Instead of wasting your time scouring sites like Carvana, why don't you take our quiz and let us predict what new car you should buy! Who knows, you might be a Camry person after all!

Chainsaws Were Originally Invented to Help With Childbirth

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If you think chainsaws were first invented to take down a swath of trees, think again. The real story is much more cringe-worthy and involves cutting bones during childbirth.

Operation Midnight Climax: A CIA Sex, Drugs and Surveillance Program

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In a bizarre experiment during the Cold War, the CIA used prostitutes and bordellos to lure customers only to drug them with LSD. It was all designed to achieve mind control.

Made in America: The Ridiculous History of 'OK'

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The fad for abbreviations like LOL is nothing new. In fact, this trend in the 1840s spawned the greatest abbreviation of all, "OK."

Can You Answer These General Knowledge Questions in 5 Minutes?

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If you want to answer these general knowledge questions in under five minutes, you're going to have to get moving! Don't hesitate, and see how well you do. We're betting you'll surprise yourself and do it in even less time.

'What, Me Worry?' Celebrating 70 Years of Mad Magazine

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Beloved of preteen Boomers, this subversively stupid magazine set the tone for everything that came after it, from "Saturday Night Live" to "The Daily Show."

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