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How Power Grids Work
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Electrical power is a little bit like the air you breathe: You don't really think about it until it is missing. There are good reasons the power grid distribution system works the way it does, though it can lead to some big problems.
Did NASA Win the Space Race?
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The space race between NASA and the Soviet Union began with the Soviet's successful Sputnik I. Find out what played out during the space race.
The Twisted Tale of a Racist Law Still on the Books
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The Mann Act was passed in 1910 and even though it's been used legitimately, it's also been abused. HowStuffWorks looks at its twisted tale.
9 Countries With Blue-Yellow-Red Flags
A nation chooses a flag design very purposefully. These countries with blue, yellow and/or red flags picked those colors for specific reasons.
How Voodoo (Vodou) Works
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If asked to describe Voodoo, many people would mention pin-filled dolls, zombies and spirit possessions. Explore the Voodoo religion and find out if the stereotypes about it are true.
The Ultimate Washington, DC Quiz
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New York and Chicago might have skyscrapers, but those buildings cower in importance before the magnificent Washington Monument and the Capitol Building. The memorials to Abraham Lincoln, WWII, Vietnam, and Korea remind us of the great sacrifices America has made in the name of freedom and democracy. And let's not forget the great restaurants, museums and exciting nightlife! Take our quiz and discover just how much a fun a trip to Washington D.C. can be.
93% of People Can't Name All of These Sports From a Photo of the Ball! Can You?
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Are you ballsy enough to take this quiz? There are many ball sports played all over the world but would you be able to identify the sport from an image of the ball? Let's see!
1971-1978 Ford Capri/Capri II
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The Capri started out as Europe's answer to the Ford Mustang, but the Ford sport coupe became a popular import. Learn more about the Capri origins.
Is This Politician From the Republican or Democratic Party?
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Will you be able to feel the BERN on this quiz? Perhaps we might throw down a TRUMP card. If you think you know your political parties, we will WARREN you, this is a tough one.
The Driest Place on Earth: Chile's Atacama Desert
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The Atacama Desert, situated in northern Chile, is not just any ordinary arid region. Spanning over 600 miles (965 km) along the Pacific Coast of South America, it is one of the most extreme landscapes on the planet. Thanks to certain oceanic conditions, there are areas that have received zero rainfall throughout recorded history, making the Atacama Desert the driest place on Earth.