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How Maglev Trains Work
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Magnetic levitation trains are becoming a popular transportation topic all around the globe. Learn about electromagnetic suspension, the most popular type of maglev train.
On One Pacific Island, a U.S. Soldier and Prince Philip Are Gods
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What can 'cargo cults' of the Pacific Islands tell us about our own political and social beliefs? HowStuffWorks investigates the John Frum movement.
Can You Identify These 40 Dog Breeds in Less Than 7 Minutes?
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Dogs aren't just our friends, they're our best friends, and the least we can do is know their names. From rescue dogs to war dogs to family dogs and everything in between, dogs are all around us. Can you name all these breeds in less than seven minutes?
Can You Identify All of These European Countries by Just a Map Outline?
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So you call yourself a travel buff eh? Well, let's see if you make the cut with the map! From just an outline of the country, can you name your way across Europe? It's time to find out!
Can You Guess the Country from a Single Sentence?
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With close to 200 countries in the world, do you think you know them well? From the largest (Russia) to the smallest (Vatican City), can you guess the country from a single sentence? Let’s find out with this quiz!
Vasco da Gama, Portugal's Columbus, Is Just as Controversial
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Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama was searching for a trade route to India, but he didn't bring valuable gifts to trade for the spices. The locals were not amused.
How the Terracotta Army Works
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The Terracotta Army was commissioned under Emperor Qin as protection for the afterlife. Learn why the Terracotta Army isn't as unique as it is massive.
How Genghis Khan Worked
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Sheer tenacity, brilliance and toughness enabled Genghis Khan to become one of the most powerful figures in history. HowStuffWorks looks at his life.
10 Most Short-lived Countries
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It takes more than endless optimism to make your new country's independence stick. Learn about the 10 most short-lived countries at HowStuffWorks.
Can You Name These Countries From Their Outlines?
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It's difficult to tell which country is which using an unlabeled map, and ever more so when all you have to work with is the country's outline. Are you one of the 5% who can get it done?