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King of the 'Hill Street' Quiz: How Much Do You Know About TV Icon Steven Bochco?
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Take our HowStuffWorks quiz to learn more about Steven Bochco, creator of 'Hill Street Blues,' 'L.A. Law' and other groundbreaking TV dramas.
The Two Basic Steps to Put Your Own Face on U.S. Money
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Only a very few people have ever had their faces on American money. Can you do it? Learn more in this HowStuffWorks Now article and Brainstuff video.
Brown v. Board Wasn't the First Case to Challenge Jim Crow in Schools
Brown v. Board was a landmark case that advanced the fight against segregation laws, but it was a long road to get there. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
No, Not Only U.S. Presidents Are on American Money
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It turns out a lot of people think you have to be a president to appear on money. This HowStuffWorks Now article looks into debunking that myth.
Why Rudeness Is So Contagious
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Will and Mango from Part-Time Genius explore the subject of rudeness - why it's dangerous to our health and why we can't stop thinking about it.
Why Is the Tropic of Cancer Important?
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You've probably heard of the Tropics of Cancer and Capricorn, but do you know the difference?
Are You More Cat or Dog?
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It's a dog-eat-dog world out there ... but what if you're more of a cat person? Don't worry-just tell us a bit about yourself by answering the questions below, and we'll tell you if your personality is more like a dog, cat, or somewhere in between!
Aliens? Lasers? Water? What Caused the Al Naslaa Rock to Split So Precisely?
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Split as if by a laser, the Al Naslaa rock in Saudi Arabia's Tayma Oasis baffles scientists and amateur geologists alike. How did this perfect split happen?
Are You Smarter Than a High Schooler?
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It's been a while since you cracked open any textbooks, but you're still smarter than a high schooler. Right? No need to cram for this one, just head to question 1 and stretch your brain!
Why Is AAPI Heritage Month Celebrated in May?
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AAPI Month commemorates two important dates in Asian American history, but it wouldn't have become a reality without the efforts of one determined woman with some Congressional backing.