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How Castles Work
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Castles played an important role in the staging of conquests and the defending of territories. Learn more about castles and find out how castles were built.
Christo Was His Name, Wrapping Was His Game
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From early wrapped objects to monumental outdoor projects, the work of the late artist Christo transcended the traditional bounds of painting, sculpture and architecture.
The Biggest Christmas Tree in the World Was 20 Stories Tall
The holiday season is a time for hanging lights, sipping warm beverages and doing anything to stay cozy as the winter months bring that biting chill to your doorstep. One magical tradition to maintain cheer and battle seasonal depression is setting up a classic Christmas tree for all to see.
Can You Identify These World War II Planes From an Image Without Any Hints?
Up and away and zooming through the skies, do you think you have what it takes to identify these beautiful aircraft from World War II? You do? Well, let's test your knowledge then, shall we?
How Freedom of the Press Works
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HowStuffWorks looks at press freedom in the U.S. and around the world.
NASA's InSight Mission Detects Its First Marsquake
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NASA Insight Mission detects its first marsquake, confirming the planet is seismically active. HowStuffWorks looks at the science of the discovery.
Can You Tell Us the Last Names of These U.S. Presidents?
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If you were taught anything in U.S. history class, these presidents probably played a role. Were you paying enough attention when their names were mentioned or did you happen to skip over those pages of the textbook?
Can You Guess the Place by a Picture of It?
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Do you know where Burning Man is held or where Napoleon used to party? Can you name that colorful village that clings to a cliff on the Amalfi coast? Do you know what the "Times Square" of Asia is called? See if you can name these places by looking at a picture.
Identify These Monuments!
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The United States is home to thousands of monuments, but can you name the country's first ever monument? Do you know what the Statue of Liberty looks like or where the Colosseum is? If you consider yourself well traveled, put your skills to the test and identify these monuments.
How Attila the Hun Worked
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Even 1,600 years later, we still know the name Attila the Hun. But why? Learn more about Attila the Hun from HowStuffWorks.