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Can You Identify These Countries of Oceania From Just a Map Outline?

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They're beautiful, remote and often not as famous as they deserve! How well would you recognize these gorgeous island nations just based on their silhouettes? It's the ultimate Oceania challenge!

How Do the 5 U.S. Territories Differ From the 50 States?

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The United States still has five permanently populated territories. The 3.5 million residents are denied many of the same rights as mainland U.S. citizens. They want this to change.

Ridiculous History: 150 Years Ago, Men Killed for the Eggs of These Birds

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What is the San Francisco Egg War? Learn more about the history of the Egg War in this HowStuffWorks Now article.

Marilyn Monroe's Early Life

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Marilyn Monroe was born Norma Jeane Mortensen in Los Angeles in 1926. Learn about this huge star's humble beginnings in this article.

Can You Guess the '80s Star From Three of Their Movies?

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Remember the '80s? The movies were great, and the stars were iconic. We will give you three movies; you tell us the star. Can you identify all of them?

What Do Rainbows Mean?

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A rainbow's ability to bring joy to just about anyone is probably why they're painted on kids' cheeks at fairs. But, what do rainbows mean? In this article, we'll look at rainbow symbolism from around the world.

Was Lyme Disease Created as a Bioweapon?

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Maybe it's mistrust of the U.S. government and health-related industries, as well as Lyme's insidious nature, that makes this idea catnip for conspiracy theories. But what's the truth?

In the Caribbean, It's Not Christmas Without Black Cake

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Even if you think you hate fruitcake, a taste of Caribbean black cake could go a long way toward changing your mind. Let's dive into its rich and delicious history.

When Krakatoa Blew: How the 1883 Eruption Changed the World

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The 1883 Krakatoa eruption was gigantic and deadly, but the advent of modern communications and mass media helped to make it one of the earliest and best-known modern natural catastrophes.

Do You Know These Words That Aren't Spelled Like They Sound?

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It would certainly be easier if words were all spelled the way they are pronounced. Unfortunately, many words are not spelled like they sound. We've put together a list of words, and we dare you to get them all right.

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