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The Mastodon Boneyard That Stole Thomas Jefferson's Heart

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Massive mastodons roamed lower Kentucky during the last ice age. HowStuffWorks takes a look at the natural and presidential history of the region.

Birth Tourism: A Controversial Road to Citizenship

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Travel to the U.S. by foreign citizens to give birth is completely legal. HowStuffWorks looks at the controversial issue.

Why do civilizations collapse?

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The mighty Romans certainly never thought it would happen to them, but the sun eventually sets on even the most powerful empires. Is there more to the story than war?

How Alchemy Paved the Way for Chemistry

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Alchemy may seem like a cousin to witchcraft but in reality it was the forerunner of modern chemistry.

Why Don't We All Use the Same Time Zone?

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The world has only had time zones since the late 1800s. Some people think we should eliminate them and have just one universal time instead.

How Chopsticks Became the Staple Utensil of Asia

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Chopsticks have been in use since 1200 B.C.E. And today 20 percent of the world's population use the utensil. HowStuffWorks looks at its history.

Albania's Doomsday Bunkers Fed a Dictator's Paranoia

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Albanian dictator Enver Hoxha ordered a massive building program of bunkers throughout the country. But their purpose was more menace than military.

What Is the Rainiest City in the U.S.? Here are the Top 11

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Rainy, dreary, Seattle, right? Everyone says it's the rainiest city in the United States. However, Seattleites are keeping a secret from you. Find out if their rainy reputation is real - or if the rumor's all wet.

Ever Wondered How Snakes Mate?

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Welcome to the wild, wild world of dual penises, delayed fertilization, mama python incubators and springtime "mating balls."

Shinzo Abe's Enduring Legacy Will Last in Japan for Generations

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The world is in shock after the assassination of Japan's longest-serving leader, former prime minister, Shinzo Abe. Who was Abe and what will be his legacy?

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