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Which of These Things is Statistically More Likely to Kill You?
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We are all going to die. The more interesting question is: How will it happen? In America and around the world, death statistics vary by region. Do you know what's more likely to cause your demise?
How State Troopers Work
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State troopers are associated with highway patrol, but their duties extend past the asphalt. Read about state troopers and state trooper investigations.
How Much Do You Know About the US States That Border Canada?
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Just because we're neighbours, doesn't mean we're close — at least in terms of how much we know about one another. Take this quiz and get better acquainted with our friends from south of the border!
How Street Gangs Work
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According to a 2005 report by the Department of Justice, there are at least 21,500 gangs and more than 731,000 active gang members in the United States. Learn how and why street gangs form.
How Well Do You Know American Rules of the Road?
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Traffic laws in the United States vary a little from state to state, although generally they are pretty much the same. Red lights mean "stop" and green lights mean "go" everywhere across the country. Do you think you know the American rules of the road well enough to drive here? Take our quiz and see if you can keep it between the lines!
How Well Do You Know American Rules of the Road?
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Traffic laws in the United States vary a little from state to state, although generally they are pretty much the same. Red lights mean "stop" and green lights mean "go" everywhere across the country. Do you think you know the American rules of the road well enough to drive here? Take our quiz and see if you can keep it between the lines!
How Lethal Injection Works
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Lethal injection is not a light topic, but it's the subject of much debate. Find out about the various procedures.
How Lotteries Work
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Lotteries are a form of gambling run by the state. Learn how states run lotteries, how lotteries conduct drawings and how likely you are to win the lottery.
Name Every US Capital, and We’ll Guess Where You Grew Up
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Can you name all 50 of the state capitals? Give it your best shot, and you'll give away the state you called home when you were a little tike. North, south, east or west? Which one gets to lay claim to you?
Strokes Overview
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Stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States and the leading cause of permanent disability. See if you're at risk for a stroke.