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Streaming Thousands of Free Movies Is Totally Legal With a Library Card
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Can you stream movies for free from a library? Learn more about the Kanopy app in this HowStuffWorks article.
The History of the Sandwich
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Are you wondering about the history of the sandwich? Learn about the history of the sandwich in this article.
If We Show You a Word, Can You Tell Us If It’s the American or British Spelling?
Is it a doughnut or a donut? Do I have a moustache or a mustache? Is that piece of candy called licorice or liquorice? And is the sky grey or gray? It's time to see how well you know the difference between American and British words. Can you match these words to their rightful country?
Can You ID These Ridiculous Things Precious to Americans?
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The imperial system? The Pledge of Allegiance? Spring Break? You're in for the trip of a lifetime (an American one, that is) as you try to identify these items and concepts from the U.S.
Bastille Day: The French Holiday Celebrating Peace and Revolution
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The July 14 holiday celebrated by the French is way more complicated than the term 'Bastille Day' might suggest. HowStuffWorks explains.
Is This Word British or American?
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Local vernacular is one of the most fascinating aspects of language. With separate parts of the world speaking English, but in completely different contexts, the language has developed distinctly British and American lexicons. Can you tell if a word is more British or American? Take this quiz and find out!
Why Are Web Addresses in English?
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People around the world have access to the internet, but not everyone speaks English. Learn why web addresses are in English at HowStuffWorks.
How Swearing Works
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Explore what makes words into swearwords, why most Americans use them and how society responds to swearing. We'll also look at one of its most fascinating aspects -- the way it affects your brain.
Can You Name These Countries With Mostly Red Flags?
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Red for valor. Red for bravery. Red for life, for passion, for blood and for honor. Sometimes red is even for luck. Countries all around the world use red in their flags, so how many do you think you can identify? Run this quiz up the flagpole and see who salutes!
From William the Bastard to William the Conqueror: The King Who Transformed England
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This brilliant, ruthless leader invaded England in 1066 and changed the course of British history. In fact, he is the 'father' of every British monarch since.