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How Deep Are the Great Lakes? And Why Are They Great?
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The Great Lakes are named so for several reasons. HowStuffWorks looks at why the Great Lakes are so great, including their impressive depths.
7 'Facts' They Got Wrong in School About Christopher Columbus
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Did Christopher Columbus did he really prove the world was round? Did he think he had found a new continent? And how was he perceived back home?
Can You Pass This Hard Dog Breed Identification Quiz?
Man's best friend can be cute, cuddly, big or dependable. But do you know all the breeds by sight? Take this quiz and find out if you can name each of these breeds from a single screenshot!
How Deep Is the Deepest Lake in the World?
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You could stack the Eiffel Tower, the Washington Monument and the Statue of Liberty in Crater Lake, the deepest lake in the U.S. But, do you know what the deepest lake in the world is?
Spartacus Was a Real Gladiator and the Baddest Rebel Leader in Rome
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Spartacus sprang from real life to the silver screen, carrying a fearsome reputation as a gladiator and warrior. HowStuffWorks finds out more.
10 Most Dangerous Places for Shark Attacks
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Dangerous places for shark attacks dot the globe, but some spots rate higher than others. See where the most dangerous places for shark attacks are.
How Supervolcanoes Work
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Only a few natural events pack the power to knock global civilization on its heels. One is a planet-killing meteor. Care to guess the other?
10 Misconceptions About U.S. Immigration
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Is immigration a good thing or not? We sort out the facts from about some major U.S. immigration myths at HowStuffWorks.
How Hereditary Illnesses Work
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Hereditary illnesses can be frightening to new parents, but they are usually rare. Learn about various genetic diseases and their causes.
How Power Grids Work
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Electrical power is a little bit like the air you breathe: You don't really think about it until it is missing. There are good reasons the power grid distribution system works the way it does, though it can lead to some big problems.