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How Well Do You Know the US Government?
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The US government is one of the largest and most influential on earth, but most Americans don't understand how it works. Put your government know-how to the test with this HowStuffWorks quiz!
Can the U.S. President Ever Declare Martial Law?
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The U.S. has declared martial law in the past, but only sparingly and in dire situations. So, what would it take for the president to use it now?
How Can Owls Fly Silently?
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Many people wonder how can owls fly silently. Check out this article to learn how owls can fly silently and the secret to an owls silent flight.
Are orangutans introverts?
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The behavior of orangutan introverts stem from their need to find food. Learn why orangutan introverts are more solitary than their fellow apes.
Decorating Ideas
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Coming up with decorating ideas for your home can be both fun and challenging. See these useful interior and exterior decorating ideas.
How strong is a shark's bite?
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A shark bite is pretty scary to think about, but knowing the force behind a shark bite may ease your worries. Learn how strong a shark bite is.
Finding the Strongest Dog Bite in 10 Breeds
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Size plays a role in the strongest dog bites out there, but so does the canine's morphology, aka snout shape.
The Rise and Fall of the Oregon Trail
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Hundreds of thousands of emigrants traveled the 2,170-mile Oregon Trail. HowStuffWorks looks at what they endured in their search of a better life.
5 Most Common Last Names on Each Continent (Except Antarctica)
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The surnames popular around the globe reflect everything from one's ancestry to regional colonizers to occupations.
How Do Eels Reproduce?
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It's a slippery proposition, to be sure, but bees do it, birds do it and you can bet that eels do it too. The question is, how?