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You Can't Name Your Baby That!

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Naming a new baby can be a tricky business. HowStuffWorks looks at some caveats.

Gregor MacGregor's Swindle: The Country That Never Existed

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Gregor MacGregor was a Scotsman who swindled hundreds of people in a land scheme in the early 1800s. HowStuffWorks looks at the incredible story.

How are drones changing media coverage?

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Modern media embraces drones, but is that good for society? Find out how drones are changing media coverage at HowStuffWorks.

When Were Cats Domesticated? Did Cats Domesticate Us?

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These floofs have been living alongside humans for thousands of years. But when were cats domesticated to become our adorable yet aloof companions?

The Cotton Gin: Eli Whitney and the Impact on the U.S. Economy

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Explore the ingenuity of Eli Whitney's cotton gin, a machine that transformed cotton processing, reshaped industries and influenced economies.

How Truck Brakes Work

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Truck brakes have to be big and powerful to stop the truck and its payload. Learn all about truck brakes at HowStuffWorks.

How to Clean Calcium Deposits From Your Toilet Bowl

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Maybe your toilet won't ever be the prettiest fixture in your house, but it shouldn't be covered in ugly calcium deposits, either! Learn why these stains occur and how to banish them!

How Did 'Fido' Become the Default Name for a Dog?

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Why is Fido shorthand for a friendly dog? Learn more about the origins of the dog name Fido in this HowStuffWorks article.

How Much Do You Know About Trains?

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Trains are one of the most common forms of transportation in the world, with millions of people riding them each year. Do you actually know anything about them, though? Find out with this quiz!

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