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The Ultimate Bear Quiz
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There's Paddington Bear, Winnie the Pooh, Rupert Bear and many more. While kids may like to snuggle up with their teddy bear, real bears are wild creatures that can be very dangerous. There are many different kinds of bears, each with different characteristics and habits. Take this quiz to learn more about bears.
What We Do — and Don't — Know About the Pentagon's Secret UFO Program
Does the U.S. government have proof there is life from other worlds visiting Earth?
The Saltwater Underground Railroad Moved Slaves From Florida to Freedom
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The Saltwater Underground Railroad was a coastal escape route followed by slaves from the American South into the British-controlled Bahamas.
What's the Difference Between a Brown Bear and a Black Bear?
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Yes, the obvious fur color seems like a dead giveaway, but you can't always judge a bear by the color of its fur.
What's So Delightful About Turkish Delight?
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A favorite treat in British children's stories of the past, Turkish delight might be an unfamiliar taste to American readers. So, what is it like and how do you make it?
Why You Should Totally Dig Prairie Dogs
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These chunky little guys aren't dogs at all. They're actually part of the rodent family and they're shockingly smart.
The Hardest True or False General Knowledge Quiz You'll Take This Year
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Think you are a genius when it comes to general knowledge? See if you can take on 50/50 odds with this HowStuffWorks quiz!
The Ring of Fire Is the Pacific's Volcanic Hotspot
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Explore the Pacific Ring of Fire, a 24,900-mile zone with 75% of Earth's volcanoes and 90% of its earthquakes, shaped by dynamic tectonic activity.
July 4 1776: American Independence Day
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Americans celebrate the signing of the Declaration of Independence every year on July 4 with picnics and fireworks. Learn the story behind Independence Day in the United States and how its traditions came about.
1940 Packard Darrin One-Eighty Victoria Convertible
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The 1940 Packard Darrin One-Eighty Victoria Convertible ragtop was known as a status symbol. See photos and learn more about this sporty car.