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The Creator of the Beehive Hairdo Has Died
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The creator of the iconic beehive hairdo died recently. Learn more about the beehive hairdo in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
Do You Know All of These States’ Capitals?
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We don't expect you to sing the states and their capitals like Wakko from Animaniacs (but, we'd be impressed if you did). Can you match Columbia, Carson City, Charleston and Cheyenne to their respective states? Get your geography game going with this quiz!
Sliced, diced or whole tomatoes - which should you use when?
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Sliced, diced or whole tomatoes - which should you use and when? Learn how to use different kinds of tomatoes and why you should.
What's the difference between the American and National Baseball Leagues?
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What's the difference between the American and National baseball leagues? Learn about the American and National baseball leagues in this article from HowStuffWorks.
Do dire wolves exist?
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A person encountering a dire wolf will likely end up in dire straits, but do they have grounding in reality? Learn about dire wolves at HowStuffWorks.
Can You Guess the State If We Give You a Major Highway and the Capital?
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The USA is defined by its geography, which dictates much of its industries and lifestyles. These factors combine to give each state its history and identity. If we gave you the name of a road that leads to it and its capital, can you name the state? Let's find out.
Can You Guess the State from One Image?
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Calling all US geography fans out there! Think you can identify which state is featured in one image? Test your wits and find out!
Can You Guess All 50 States From an Image Of Their Outline?
Did you get an A in your geography class? Do you know the state mottos and famous landmarks that make each state unique? Prove it by challenging yourself with this quiz!
How March Madness Works
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March Madness determines the college basketball national champion. Find out how teams get a ticket to the "Big Dance" and how the match-ups are selected.
How did ancient civilizations use sundials to tell time?
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Ancient sundials first popped up in Egypt around 1500 B.C. Learn how these sundials came about and what they were used for all those centuries ago.