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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.
How Many Wheels Are in the World?
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How many wheels are in the world is a hotly debated question swirling around the internet. But it's not that easy to answer.
How Houseboats Work
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Houseboats aren't the most common place to live, but they're an interesting alternative. Learn about houseboat living, how houseboats float and more.
These 6 U.S. States Once Declared Themselves Independent Nations
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Many states (or territories) that are now part of the U.S.A. were once independent, even if not recognized as such by other countries. We'll look at some of them.
What are enneagram personality types?
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There are nine enneagram personality types. Do you know which type you are? Explore the enneagram personality types to find out.
Are There Any Trillionaires? Not Yet, But We'll See One Soon
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A trillion dollars is a phenomenal sum of money, equivalent to 1,000 billion dollars. It's a figure so large it's almost unthinkable, yet we find ourselves wondering: Are there any trillionaires? According to Oxfam International, the world's first trillionaire is predicted to emerge within the next decade.
Man-made Islands Are More Common Than You Think
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Man has been building islands all over the world for centuries using extraordinary feats of engineering. But at what cost to the environment?
What was the Prison Project?
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The Prison Project enabled middle school students to communicate with prisoners via the Internet. Find out more about the Prison Project and its purpose.
Bootlace Worms Can Grow Longer Than Most Whales
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You might not think a worm could be longer than a whale, but allow us to introduce you to the bootlace worm, one of the longest animals on the planet. And, oh and it packs a potent toxin, too.
Jackals: Canine Survivors and Tricksters of Folklore
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Jackals are adaptable and wily, survivalists to the core. HowStuffWorks looks at these formidable canines.