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Can You Identify These Landmarks That Were Made During the 1950s?
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The 1950s were a time of global transition, as much of Europe worked to rebuild after WWII while the U.S. took advantage of unprecedented economic prosperity. Take our quiz to see if you can name the most famous landmarks of this decade!
How Prefab Houses Work
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Prefab houses are growing in popularity and size as more options become available. Learn about prefab houses and find out how prefab houses are constructed.
How the Metric System Works
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Ever heard of a little unit called a femtometer? Can you tell us how much you weigh -- in petagrams? We know you can't, so hurry up and start reading. We have work to do.
How Thanksgiving Works
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Today, many associate the holiday less with pilgrims and American Indians and more with football and turkey. What's the real story of Thanksgivig Day?
What's the Meaning of the 'Don't Tread on Me' Flag?
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The "Don't Tread on Me" flag has its roots in America's Revolutionary War but has become a right-wing symbol in the 21st century. What does it really mean?
How Restaurant Health Inspections Work
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When your favorite restaurant gets a C rating, does that mean you should never eat there again? HowStuffWorks finds out.
How Helicopters Work
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Believe it or not, the marvel we know as the helicopter began as a Chinese top consisting of a shaft — a stick — adorned with feathers on one end.
Is online collaboration the future of how companies do business?
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Online collaboration allows users involved in similar tasks to share documents and applications simultaneously. Learn more about online collaboration.
How the Green Berets Work
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John F. Kennedy called the green beret "a symbol of excellence, a badge of courage, a mark of distinction in the fight for freedom" -- a nod to the most formidable arm of the U.S. military. The Green Berets, or Special Forces, are America's first line of defense around the world.
How Well Do You Know Your Southern Homecoming Traditions?
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Whether you're in high school or college, homecoming week is a big deal, but in the Deep South, it's even more of an event! How well do you know the rites and rituals of a Southern homecoming?