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What is a levee?
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Whether they make you think of Hurricane Katrina or Led Zeppelin, levees are a critical safety feature for low-lying areas located near water. Why do they break?
Research Confirms It: We Really Are Getting Dumber
A new study shows that IQ levels have been falling since 1975, reversing a 20th-century trend.
Anne Frank's Diary Is Still Spilling Its Secrets
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Since 'The Diary of Anne Frank' was first published in 1947, scholars have dissected every page. HowStuffWorks looks at the new Anne that has emerged.
How Magic Mushrooms Work
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Mushrooms – they're not just a pizza topping. This psychotropic fungus has guided many an adventurer on a trip. How do shrooms make their magic?
Why Your Dog's Paws Smell Gloriously Like Corn Chips
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Why do dog feet have a unique corn chip odor? Learn more about puppy paws smelling like corn in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
What Is the Oldest City in America? A Look at the Top 11
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Embarking on a journey through the United States' historical landscape to learn about the oldest city in America uncovers a rich mosaic of stories that trace back to a time before even the British arrived and settled on the land.
How big is the world's smallest electric car?
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Scientists in Switzerland and the Netherlands have created what can be called the world's smallest electric car. So just how small (or big) is it? Find out.
Vincent van Gogh Paintings from Arles
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Living in Arles inspired Vincent van Gogh to experiment with new colors and techniques. Explore van Gogh's Arles paintings in this article.
Do You Know These Famous Soccer Players?
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Futbol is the most popular sport in the world. Well, soccer, that is, to Americans. Soccer players are true athletes. They define the word. In this quiz, we're going to test your knowledge of the most famous soccer legends.
Wolves Are Probably Smarter Than Our Dogs
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A new study put dogs and wolves head to head in the intelligence department. Guess which species won? Find out at HowStuffWorks.