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How 5G Works
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Ever been to a concert and not been able to get a signal on your smartphone? 5G promises to take care of that but it could be years before we see results.
All About Animal Shelters
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About 6 to 8 million dogs and cats end up in animal shelters each year. Find out about adoption rates, animal shelters and rescue organizations.
The April Fools' Day Quiz
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If you think you know everything there is to know about pranks and hoaxes, the joke just may be on you. Take this quiz to learn why the merrymaking day came to be, how it's celebrated in different places and some of the best pranks of all time.
Can You Match the Name of Santa Claus to the Country It Comes From?
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"He's making a list/He's checking it twice/He's gonna find out who's naughty or nice/Weihnachtsmann is coming to town!" Sound familiar? No? Santa Claus isn't the same everywhere. See how many of these alternatives to "Santa Claus" from around the globe you can identify!
How did the bald eagle get delisted as an endangered species?
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Bald eagle conservation became crucial in saving America's national symbol. Learn how bald eagle conservation efforts took 40 years to delist this bird.
10 Innovative Architects to Watch
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Move over, Gaudi, Gehry and Wright. There are some new architectural players on the scene, and they're shaping our world in unique and innovative ways.
The International Holidays Quiz
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When you're fighting the crowds at the mall before Christmas or busily preparing a Thanksgiving feast, it can be easy to forget these holidays aren't universal. See how much you know about how people around the world celebrate!
181 Slang Words by Decade: From 'Scram' to 'Slaps'
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Popular slang terms come and go - and sometimes come back again. Here are some of the most popular slang words of the last 100 years, decade by decade.
Gelatinous, Squishy Mochi Is Having a Moment
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HowStuffWorks takes a bite of mochi, the squishy, sweet, gelatinous rice cake from Japan.
Dodo Birds: Maybe Not Complete Dummies After All
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The dodo bird is finally getting its reputation repaired, thanks to some new research. Learn more about the dodo at HowStuffWorks Now.