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How Fish and Chips Became England's National Dish

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HowStuffWorks travels to England to find out just how fried fish and chips got together and became so beloved in the U.K.

What Is the Rasta Movement All About?

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It started out as a small movement in Jamaica that went worldwide with the popularity of reggae music. But what is Rastafari really all about?

Can You Answer These $100 "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire" Questions?

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Have you watched "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire" and thought, "Those $100 questions are easy?" Prove it! Test your general knowledge of basic facts with this quiz!

Are You Smarter Than the Average Person?

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There's some things that are common knowledge, and other things that go way over the average person's head. See if you are smarter than your average Joe with this HowStuffWorks quiz!

Emperor Hirohito and Japan's Role in World War II

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Japan's Emperor Hirohito reigned for more than 60 years, and his tenure included World War II. Although he was never prosecuted for war crimes, many historians say he should have been.

5 Most Common Last Names on Each Continent (Except Antarctica)

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The surnames popular around the globe reflect everything from one's ancestry to regional colonizers to occupations.

Maillardet's Automaton Is a Marvel of 19th-century Robotics

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Maillardet's Automaton, built around 1800, can write poems and draw pictures and was a precursor to today's sophisticated robots.

How Safety Coffins Eased Grave Fears of Premature Burial

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"Safety coffins" were tricked-out caskets that provided a way for prematurely buried people to escape from 6 feet under, back when this fear was sometimes a frightening reality.

Neuschwanstein Castle: The Real Story Behind the Fairy-tale Fortress

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Uncover the intriguing history of Neuschwanstein Castle, King Ludwig II's architectural homage to Wagner, and the mysteries surrounding its creation.

21 Animals That Start With 'E'

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There's a whole host of animals that start with "E," from the largest land animal to small mammals with a curious nature. Whether they waddle, hop, swim or soar, each of these interesting animals has something unique to offer.

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