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What Was the Christmas Truce?
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The Christmas Truce stands as a point of sanity in an otherwise chaotic environment in World War I. Find out what the Christmas Truce was and how it worked.
Can You Get More Questions Correct Than the Prime Minister of Canada?
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The prime minister has to know a whole lot of facts about the country. Often there are facts that even citizens of the country might not know. Do you think you can prove this wrong? Then let's see how well you know Canada!
How Rail Guns Work
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Rail guns leave gunpowder-based weapons in the dust (one can hit a target 250 miles away in six minutes). So why isn't the military using them? Find out how rail guns can be used and learn about the limitations of this technology.
How to Build Family Traditions
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If you want to know how to build family traditions, you've come to the right place. Read about building family traditions at HowStuffWorks.
How Pacifism Works
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Pacifism doesn't always mean complete opposition to violence. Learn how peace and war factor into the philosophy of pacifism at HowStuffWorks.
How do I start my own country?
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To start a new country takes lots of plans, relationships with other countries and some political wiles. Learn about the process to start a new country.
One-hit Wonders of the '80s Quiz
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Pull on your slouchy socks and tease your bangs! It's time to go back to the 1980s, when Mickey was oh-so-fine and a new musical act was soaring into the spotlight each month. Take our quiz to see how much you know about one-hit wonders in the '80s.
How Hula Hoops Work
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Where did hula hoops come from and how did they get so popular? Read about the origins of hula hoops at HowStuffWorks.
How the United Nations Works
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The world looks to the United Nations for guidance on important international matters. Find out what goes on inside the United Nations and what role it really plays in international politics.
Get to Know Proprioception, Your Silent Sixth Sense
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Proprioception is our ability to perceive our body's position and how we move through space. It's considered our 'sixth' sense because we do it without thinking about it.