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How Jelly Shoes Worked
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Where did jelly shoes come from? Read about jelly shoes at HowStuffWorks.
Why John Adams Despised Being Vice President
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John Adams despised his role as the first vice president of the U.S. But the function of the VP has changed, and Adams played a huge part in that.
Why Are Moose Dangerous, Even More Threatening Than Bears?
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Most people are more afraid of bears in the wild than moose. But, in Alaska, you're more likely to be injured by a moose than a bear. Find out why.
What Is a Nor'easter?
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"Nor'easter" is one of those words that makes you think of an old mariner scanning the horizon for a pending storm. What does it really mean - and why don't we say "northeaster"?
10 Health Care Systems Around the World
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On our list of 10 Health Care Systems Around the World, you'll learn how other nations finance health insurance. Read about other health care systems.
10 Common Genetically Modified Foods
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Common genetically modified foods are everywhere and aren't really easy to differentiate. Check out these 10 common genetically modified foods.
Who Won the Cold War?
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The U.S. and Soviet Union fought the Cold War for 45 years via proxy wars and a near-complete polarization of the rest of the world. But did either side really win?
The Ultimate Horse Breed Identification Quiz
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To most people, horse breeds don't even exist. The average person would easily say, "what a lovely spotted horse" rather than "what a lovely Appaloosa." But you're not the average person. Come match these horses to their breeds in this quiz.
Can You Name All These Spotted Animals From One Image?
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Big spots, little spots, circle spots, square spots, invisible spots, color-changing, neon, glow-in-the-dark, venomous spots and classic polka-dot spots are everywhere in nature. Can you name these animals based on their spots?
7 Most Populated Countries in the World
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The world's population passed 8 billion in 2022, but which countries contributed the most to the increase? Here are the top seven countries