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How Environmental Organizations Work

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Environmental organizations all try to help in different ways. Learn about environmental organizations at HowStuffWorks.

Can You Get More Than 11 Right on This Difficult American Geography Quiz?

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You won't only need to know the longest river in America, but you might need to know exactly how many U.S. states it touches. Yes! This American geography test is that deep. Now is your time to prove you are up to the challenge!

The Musicians of the 1940s Quiz

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Familiar with musicians of the 1940s? There were singers, instrumentalists, big band leaders, even actors and comedians who were also brilliant musical performers during that hip and happening decade. If you're cool with all that jazz, take a swing at this quiz!

The Oldest President of the U.S. Is a Repeat Record-holder

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President Joe Biden became the oldest president in U.S. history when he took the oath of office in 2020 at 78 years old. The former senator of Delaware also served as vice president for two consecutive terms of the Obama administration between 2009 and 2017.

Why Teen 'Death Discs' Dominated the Airwaves in the '60s

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The co-hosts of Omnibus look at the short-lived, but lucrative teen pop craze for 'death discs' in the early '60s.

Babe Ruth

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Born in Baltimore in 1895, George Ruth Jr. became one of baseball's greatest players. Learn how Babe Ruth made baseball history at HowStuffWorks.

15 Worst Hurricanes of All Time

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The Americas have been hit with some major hurricanes throughout the decades. But which were the worst ones in history?

NASCAR: The Ultimate Left Turns Quiz

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There's a reason NASCAR is one of the most beloved American sports. It's a tradition, and one shared among families for generations. It's exciting, fun, and full of memories. Think you have what it takes to best this NASCAR history quiz? Try it today!

5 Most Coveted Offshore Petroleum Reserves

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Untapped petroleum reserves dot the globe. Find out where these untapped petroleum reserves still exist and why oil companies covet them heavily.

Why did Lady Godiva take a naked horse ride?

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Lady Godiva is famous for a naked horse ride through town. But is there more to the legend of Lady Godiva? And why is she the symbol of Godiva chocolates?

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