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8 Famous Parks Designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, Plus a Tiny One You May Not Know About

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The designer of New York's Central Park believed that public parks were 'democratic spaces' belonging to all citizens, and aren't we glad he did?

Only 4% of People Will Ace the Hardest IQ Drill Ever

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Do you have a high IQ? Many of the world's greatest thinkers and innovators have has staggering IQs. Put those smarts to the test with this HowStuffWorks quiz!

32 Mexico States: From Baja to Yucatán and Everywhere in Between

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Mexico, officially known as the United Mexican States, has 32 distinct regions. Each state offers its own unique identity, from bustling major cities to serene coastal plains. The Mexico states are home to diverse landscapes, vibrant traditions and a rich history.

What If Humans Could Breathe Underwater?

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Remove that pesky drowning risk, and the world formerly under the sea opens with possibility - despite our inefficient limbs and tendency toward hypothermia.

Railroad Expansion

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The railroad expansion of the middle and late 1800s changed America forever. Read more about the westward expansion of railroads.

How the U.S.-Mexico Border Became a Political Flashpoint

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The current border between the U.S. and Mexico has been around since the mid-1800s. HowStuffWorks looks at how it became such a political hot button.

Can You Name the American City From a Well-Known Fact?

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America is more than just a single nation -- it's made up of individual cities and states, each with their own distinct history and culture. Take our quiz to see if you can identify these U.S. cities from a single well-known fact!

Why Electric Fireplaces Are Hot

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There's just something about sitting in front of a fire that soothes the soul. And electric fireplaces make whiling the hours away in front of those flickering flames as simple as flipping a switch.

Where Was Babylon and Does It Still Exist?

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The ancient city of Babylon was a byword for wickedness in the Bible. But what is the real story? And how did Saddam Hussein try to bring it back?

Claude Monet Giverny Paintings

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Claude Monet was passionate about painting and gardening. Learn about the lush flower and water gardens Monet created and painted at his Giverny estate.

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