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3 Types of Trees You'll Find All Over the Planet
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Trees are one of nature’s most incredible designs, providing oxygen, shelter and even maple syrup! From towering evergreens to small flowering plants, the diversity of trees is truly mind-blowing.
Test Your Knowledge of the Industrial Revolution
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Test your knowledge of what went down during the age of expanding landscapes, incredible innovation and the ultimate shift in life as people knew it.
Can You Name the Country From Its National Dish?
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The average foodie knows where pizza, sushi, tacos and crepes come from, but the worldly foodie can tell you where fondue, poutine, goulash and sauteed reindeer come from. Where do you stack up? Put your skills to the test and try to match these national dishes to their countries.
TV Evolution Pictures
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TV evolution has come a long way. See these pictures to go through the history of TV and TV evolution and learn about TV technologies.
The World's Most Dangerous Cat and 14 Other Fierce Felines
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What's the difference between a purring feline on your lap and the most dangerous cat in the world? Whether large or small, the skilled hunters on this list capable of taking down prey — and sometimes they come into contact with humans, resulting in fatal or serious injuries.
The Bootstrap Myth: Climbing the Economic Ladder Takes More Than Hard Work
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Succeeding in the U.S. isn't just about effort. Learn how the 'bootstrap myth' oversimplifies economic mobility at HowStuffWorks Now.
Why a Draft Would Weaken the U.S. Military
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Most experts agree that the all-volunteer military is what makes the U.S. armed forces the best in the world. Would that change if the draft was reinstated?
6 Things We Still Thank Teddy Roosevelt for Today
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Teddy Roosevelt changed the American landscape, establishing the U.S. Forest Service and protecting the magnificent green spaces we cherish today.
Why World War I Became the 'Forgotten War'
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The 100-year anniversary of the end of World War I offers up a second chance to learn from our mistakes. HowStuffWorks looks at what we need to know.
Coral Snake: Brightly Banded and Highly Venomous
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These colorful snakes are found all over the world and are highly venomous, so the best strategy is to avoid them.