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Made in America: The Ridiculous History of 'OK'

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The fad for abbreviations like LOL is nothing new. In fact, this trend in the 1840s spawned the greatest abbreviation of all, "OK."

The Largest Wildfire in World History Burned 15% of a Continent

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Wildfires have shaped landscapes, ecosystems and human history for centuries. Some of the deadliest wildfires have burned across millions of acres, leaving behind devastation and reshaping the way we manage fire-prone environments.

10 Worst Calls in Sports History

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Referees and umpires make mistakes. But why do they always make them against our team? Here are 10 of the worst calls in sports history.

10 Worst Trades in Baseball History

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What are some of the worst trades in baseball history? Learn about the worst trades in baseball history at HowStuffWorks.

5 Biggest Losing Streaks in Baseball History

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What are some of the biggest losing streaks in baseball history? Learn about the biggest losing streaks in baseball history at HowStuffWorks.

Ridiculous History: Land O' Fakes — Margarine Bootlegging in Canada

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In the 19th and 20th centuries, margarine and how it was taxed got a lot of people riled up. Learn about the margarine madness at HowStuffWorks Now.

How Much Do You Know About the History of Rock and Roll?

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It was the music that changed it all, defined a generation and continues to keep us all rocking. In this quiz, we're going to test your knowledge of all things Rock and Roll. You're not going to be able to sit still.

The 10 Biggest Busts in The History of The NBA Draft

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A high draft pick can make or break a franchise. Choose wisely for championship potential or face years of dealing with the consequences of a bad pick.

5 Major Rule Changes in the History of Baseball

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What are some of the major rule changes in the history of baseball? Learn about the major rule changes in the history of baseball at HowStuffWorks.

Is there a hole in the universe?

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A hole in the universe was recently discovered by scientists at the University of Minnesota in 2007. Read about the discovery of a hole in the universe.

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