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The Boston Marathon Quiz
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If you want to gorge on lobster and clam chowder, first you have to earn it. How much do you know about the prestigious Boston Marathon?
5 Dazzling Facts About the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree
The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree in New York City may be an iconic symbol of the holidays, but how well do you know this tree-dition?
Ridiculous History: Breadfruit, the Bounty and the Birth of Globalization
HowStuffWorks looks at the story of how Lt. Bligh and his breadfruit expedition not only spawned a famous mutiny but also the start of global trade.
Why DNA Evidence Can Be Unreliable
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DNA found at a crime scene doesn't automatically mean the person matching it is guilty, say researchers of new forensics guide.
Ridiculous History: Ford GT40 Was Created Out of Spite to Beat Ferrari
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The Ford GT40 was built to spite Ferrari, ultimately dominating endurance racing. Now Hollywood and HowStuffWorks are telling the true story.
Ridiculous History: When West Point Cadets Rioted Over Eggnog in 1826
Also known as the Grog Mutiny, the Eggnog Riot saw famous West Point cadets go nog-wild over whiskey restrictions. Read more at HowStuffWorks.
A Fire Hose May Stop a Riot. A Water Cannon Will
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After the North Dakota protests, these 'less-lethal' weapons have gotten some attention. HowStuffWorks Now gives you the scoop on water cannons.
The Shoebill Stork: One Freaky and Formidable Bird
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Biochemically like a heron and anatomically similar to a pelican, the shoebill stork has been called "Monsterface" and even "Death Pelican." But wait until you hear the staccato rat-a-tat-tat of its booming machine-gun call.
What's the Difference Between a Cave and a Cavern?
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One term might give you the impression of something grand and mysterious, while the other makes you think of claustrophobia-inducing environs that threaten human life. But what's the real difference?
The 'Green Book' Was a Lifeline for Black Travelers
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Before the 1964 Civil Rights Act and even after it, the tradition of the "great American road trip" was very different for families of color.