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Can You Match These Famous Brands to Their Country of Origin?
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Life would be a dull place without video games, gummy bears, yogurt and fast cars. And if you don't know what country invented gummy bears, you're disrespecting one of Earth's greatest creations. Can you tell us the countries where the famous brands in this quiz were founded?
63 of the Funniest Dad Jokes to Make Eyes Roll
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Telling dad jokes is a hallmark of fatherhood; those groan-worthy quips that somehow always seem to land, even if it's just to elicit a chuckle or a sigh. They're simple, usually pun-filled, and often require little setup. The funniest dad jokes come with punchlines so obvious, you can't help but laugh while rolling your eyes.
Quiz: Do you know how Life Insurance Works?
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Choosing a life insurance policy can be overwhelming. Take this quiz to see how much you know about life insurance in general and the benefits of having life insurance.
How Do Geiger Counters Work?
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First developed in the 1920s, Geiger counters still use the same basic technology to detect radiation, but today can be the size of a smartphone.
The Fascinating History of Lemonade
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Ever wondered where lemonade comes from? HowStuffWorks looks at the history of this popular, puckery thirst quencher.
How the Pneumatic Tire Keeps the Our World Going 'Round
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The pneumatic tire revolutionized transportation and a number of other industries that rely on air-cushioned rubber tires.
10 Toys That Became Million-dollar Franchises
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These 10 toys became million-dollar franchises after once just being a vision of their makers. See which toys bring in the most cash.
How Boomerangs Work
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It's pretty amazing: When you throw a boomerang, it actually does come back to you -- if you throw it properly. Find out why the boomerang returns and how to throw it like a pro.
10 Cool Engineering Tricks the Romans Taught Us
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When it came to building or improving things, the ancient Romans really knew their stuff. Which cool engineering tricks did they pass along to us?
If You Can Identify These Objects, You're Probably a Baby Boomer
Baby boomers were right there when go-go boots first came on the scene, and they know church keys weren't for opening locks! If you're up to speed with the baby boomer era, do you think you can identify each of our quiz items from just one image? Take a walk down memory lane, and find out!