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Did Mussolini Really Keep the Trains Running on Time?
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Mussolini's dictatorship was brutal, but supposedly efficient. Did he really improve the rail system?
What's Mutual Assured Destruction?
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Mutual assured destruction was the principle behind Cold War military strategy. Learn about mutual assured destruction and its violent implications.
Windows Down or A/C on — Which Is More Fuel-efficient?
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How do you know when you should be driving with your windows down? Read this article to find out when you should be driving with your windows down.
Can You Identify These Historic Weapons?
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Sharpened blades, bulky siege engines and flexible bows; before rifles, tanks, and grenades, these historic weapons were the tools of war. Do you consider yourself an expert on ancient weapons? Put your knowledge to the test, by doing battle with this quiz!
How do scientists determine if a nuclear blast has occurred?
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In the first reports released since North Korea announced its underground nuclear test on Monday, officials are saying they have found no evidence of a nuclear signature in the air above the blast site.
A Conversation With the Man Behind Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch
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HowStuffWorks talks to Caroll Spinney, the man behind the 'Sesame Street' characters Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch since 1969.
Why do people toast before they drink?
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Toasting before a drink is a fairly common tradition around the world. But why? Find out why people toast before they drink at HowStuffWorks.
Why Aren't Seat Belts Required on All School Buses?
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Most school buses in the U.S. don't have seat belts, leaving the children inside vulnerable to injury in a crash. HowStuffWorks wants to know why.
How Military Snipers Work
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Military snipers are highly trained sharpshooters that can hit a target from great distances. Learn about military snipers and military sniper training.
Why Is It So Hard for the Innocent to Be Freed From Prison?
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It takes a lot of legal maneuvering to free an innocent person from prison. And that takes a lot of money. That's why the Innocence Project is so critical to help free the wrongly convicted.