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How Much Power Did Queen Elizabeth Really Have?
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Queen Elizabeth II was a beloved figure who was careful not to cross the line of convention. How much authority did she really wield during her historic reign?
Gregor MacGregor's Swindle: The Country That Never Existed
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Gregor MacGregor was a Scotsman who swindled hundreds of people in a land scheme in the early 1800s. HowStuffWorks looks at the incredible story.
Queen Elizabeth II Steered the British Monarchy Into the 21st Century
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With the death of Queen Elizabeth, the British monarchy marks the end of an era and moves into a new phase as Prince Charles is set to take the throne.
The App That's Creating an Earthquake Early-warning Network
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The MyShake app detects vibrations and acts as an earthquake warning system. Learn more about MyShake in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
How Well Do You Know the Canadian Rules of the Road?
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Some may call it America Junior, but you shouldn't drive like you would in the United States. Test your knowledge of driving in this North American country, so you don't run into trouble on your next visit.
The Macabre and Magical: Grimm's Fairy Tales Quiz
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The original Grimm fairy tales are a far cry from the happily-ever-after versions you grew up with. Test your knowledge of the downright disturbing tales from the brothers Grimm.
Can You Name These ‘90s Movies With Only One Image?
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The 1990's were filled with some of the most entertaining and iconic movies still watched today. Take a moment to see how well you remember these movies when given only one screenshot to look at. Who knows, you might even take time to re-watch the movies you forgot about!
Can You Ace This Tough World Capitals Quiz in Under 7 Minutes?
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We're on a plane to Bahrain! Can you name its capital? While Washington, D.C. and Paris are the no-brainer capitals of the United States and France, can you ace this capitals quiz? Let's find out!
Is It Illegal Not to Have a Name?
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Is it illegal to not have a name? Maybe not. But it is certainly a lot of trouble. Find out why it's not exactly illegal to not have a name.
The Great British Royal Family Quiz
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The British royal family can trace its line thousands of years back in time and is an object of fascination the world over. Test your knowledge of this famous family.