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How the Hum Works
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Hummmmmm. Annoyed yet? Imagine if you heard that sound every night no matter what you did. Likened to a diesel engine idling in the distance, the Hum is a sound some people can never get away from. It's even caused suicide. But is it real?
Who Are the Real Men in Black?
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Men in black have been in UFO folklore since Albert Bender mysteriously shut down his International Flying Saucer Bureau. Where do men in black come from and whose interests do they serve?
Can You Identify These US State Flags?
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Flags sure can be fun, and this quiz proves it. Do you have enough knowledge to identify these emblems of state identity, or will some of those Midwestern states be your downfall? Dive into the quiz and find out!
The New England Vampire Panic Was Very Real and Very Deadly
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In the 1890s, consumption (now called tuberculosis) was ravaging New Englanders. But what caused it? Could it be ... vampires?
How many state mottos, nicknames and slogans do you know?
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All of the 50 states (plus the District of Columbia) have a state motto (some adopted by an official state legislature, while others are adopted by the residents), And most also have a state nickname and a state slogan, too -- and sometimes, more than one per state. You might know your state's from its flag, seal or license plates. But how much do you know about the other 49 states?
True or False: The Crazy Laws Quiz
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There are thousands of laws out there designed to keep people civil, safe and organized... and then there are those laws that make you scratch your head and wonder how they ever got passed in the first place. Take our quiz to see if you can spot some of the craziest laws on the books!
6 Surprising Things Health Insurance Doesn’t Cover in America
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HowStuffWorks talks about some of the things health insurance doesn't usually cover in the U.S., like hearing aids, LASIK and infertility treatments.
How Icebergs Work
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Icebergs are a lot more than just giant chunks of floating ice. Learn about icebergs and find out how icebergs can affect the ocean around them.
Can You Unscramble the Names of All 31 NHL Teams?
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Ready for a celly? Drop the puck on this scrambled NHL quiz and see if you can decipher the names of all 31 teams. Grab our "Avalanche" of clues and watch the "Stars" align to make you the "King" of hockey trivia!
Can You Reach at Least Level 20 in This US Geography Quiz?!
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The United States is a vast land with geography that varies as much as that of any country in the world. Children study geography in the hope that it will give them a sense of their place in the country and the world. How well do you know your U.S. geography?