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What if sea levels rose 12 inches?

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Figuring out how to deal with rising sea levels isn't some kind of purely academic exercise. It's happening. So how do we deal with it, especially if the sea rises a foot in our lifetime?

How 'Pretty Boy' Floyd Became the FBI's Public Enemy No. 1

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Charles 'Pretty Boy' Floyd lived a life of crime. HowStuffWorks looks at why the FBI named him Public Enemy No. 1, and how a famed agent killed him.

Did Genghis Khan Really Kill 1,748,000 People in One Hour?

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Genghis Khan is said to have killed 1,748,000 people in one hour. But is that possible? If not, what really happened?

The Venice Biennale Is the 'Olympics of Art'

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The Venice Biennale, the oldest biennial art exhibition in the world, is a showcase of all that is new in the world of art, attracting over 500,000 people during its 7-month run.

Tallest Building in the U.S. and 13 Other Stunning Skyscrapers

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When you look at the tallest buildings, you're not just gazing at steel and glass; you're witness to a place's aspirations for greatness. These record-breaking skyscrapers reshape urban space, optimize office space and serve as iconic landmarks.

Chicago’s Most Haunted Hotels: The Truth Behind the Hauntings

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Explore the most haunted hotels in Chicago, where ghostly encounters, eerie legends, and paranormal activity make for a chilling stay. Dare to check in?

The Anatomy of a U.S. Presidential Motorcade

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The U.S. president requires constant security, especially when traveling. HowStuffWorks takes a look at what goes into the presidential motorcade.

Stardust and Scandal: The Hollywood Sign Turns 100

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There is no more iconic sign in the world than the huge HoIlywood sign that stands in Griffith Park, beckoning the hopeful with dreams of stardom.

What Did Your Address Look Like 250 Million Years Ago?

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The Ancient Earth visualization map shows the movement of the planet's tectonic plates in a really cool way.

Do tornadoes always move from west to east?

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Some things in this world you can just count on. The sun rises in the east and sets in the west. Certain types of birds will always fly south for the winter. But do tornadoes really only move from west to east -- and if so, why?

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