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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.
Facts You Don't Really Need to Know: The Useless Trivia Quiz
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Ever wonder what those little ridges are on quarters or whether your favorite cartoon characters have real names? Take our quiz to test your knowledge of completely useless random trivia, and maybe pickup a fact or two to impress your friends!
5 Things You Didn't Know About Fried Chicken
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HowStuffWorks looks at the history and lore of Southern fried chicken and the role of Col. Sanders and KFC in spreading it worldwide.
These 6 U.S. States Once Declared Themselves Independent Nations
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Many states (or territories) that are now part of the U.S.A. were once independent, even if not recognized as such by other countries. We'll look at some of them.
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.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Activities
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day activities for kids include paper peace doves and a board game. Learn about activities for kids to celebrate MLK Jr. Day.
8 Automotive Lemons
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Sometimes a great idea just doesn't pan out when the rubber hits the road. See our list of 8 automotive lemons and learn why they flopped.
5 Dating Tips for Shy Guys
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Looking for dating tips for shy guys? Visit HowStuffWorks to find 5 dating tips for shy guys.
Is there life after death?
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Is there life after death? Most of us have pondered this question. See research and studies on life after death at HowStuffWorks.
Why Do Americans Pay Taxes on April 15?
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To U.S. taxpayers, April 15 comes with lots of scrambling and sweating to send some cash or paperwork to the IRS. But why does Tax Day fall on that particular date? And why is it on April 18 sometimes?