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How North Korea Works
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Often described as 'The Hermit Kingdom,' North Korea is a source of mystery for those living in the West. Learn about North Korea at HowStuffWorks.
Is North Korea Equipped to Attack the United States?
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The Kim Jong Un regime continues to demonstrate its desire to threaten the U.S. and its allies with nuclear-armed ICBMs. But can any of these missiles actually reach the U.S. mainland?
Was South Korea's Disgraced Ex-President Controlled by a Cult?
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Former South Korean President Park Geun-hye is on trial for corruption. Who was really in charge during her administration? Find out at HowStuffWorks.
Is it possible to run a nuclear test without producing radioactive fallout?
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In what may prove to be the first nuclear explosion since 1998, North Korea claims it has conducted an underground test of a nuclear weapon.
How do scientists determine if a nuclear blast has occurred?
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In the first reports released since North Korea announced its underground nuclear test on Monday, officials are saying they have found no evidence of a nuclear signature in the air above the blast site.
Why the Korean War Still Matters
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The Korean War technically ended, but is still not over. HowStuffWorks looks at the war and why it's still important today.
Amur Leopard: The Rarest Big Cat in the World
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The Amur leopard might be the rarest big cat in the world. Found in just a small swath of land where Russia, China and North Korea meet, the Amur leopard is famously secretive, which is how it stalks its prey and protects itself from poachers.
The Simple Difference Between Ballistic Missiles and Cruise Missiles
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Despite the phrase "going ballistic," the term "ballistic" refers to how a missile travels through the air, not its explosive capability.
The Korean War Quiz
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Wedged between the bloody battles of WWII and the controversial Vietnam War, the Korean War is referred to as "The Forgotten War," despite its many causalities. Take our quiz to see how much you remember about this often overlooked conflict.
The '30 Rock' Quiz
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How much do you know about Liz Lemon, Jack Donaghy, Tracy Jordan, Jenna Maroney and the rest of the denizens of "30 Rock"? Take this quiz to find out.