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City vs. Suburbs: Which is a Better Place to Raise a Family?
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Is the city or the suburbs a better place to raise a family? Learn how to decide whether you should settle in the city or the suburbs.
Can We Guess If You Grew Up in the City, the Country, or the Suburbs?
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If you remember seeing the Milky Way with your own eyes as a kid, we're starting to get a sense of where you were raised. Your use of public transportation, or lack thereof, will also send us in a specific direction.
Why do cookie-cutter neighborhoods exist?
The identical ranks of cookie-cutter neighborhoods have been immortalized (and often satirized) in American pop culture, but who first came up with the idea for these "little boxes on the hillside?"
Why Aren't Modern Suburbs Built on a Walkable Grid?
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You might be surprised to learn that the twists and turns of streets in the suburbs date all the way to the Industrial Revolution.
Will a Coyote Kill My Dog or Cat?
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Coyotes are becoming increasingly ubiquitous in cities and suburbs. HowStuffWorks stalks the truth about these wily creatures.
How Urban Sprawl Works
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Urban sprawl occurs when people move from cities to the areas around them and develop the land with houses, businesses and roads. Learn about urban sprawl.
Why Syncing Traffic Lights May Not Reduce Congestion
Ever get red light after red light when you're driving? Often, it's because traffic lights aren't synced to each other. But would doing so really fix traffic problems?
Can You Name These Australian Prime Ministers?
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Australia has a colourful history with its prime ministers, with there being several in its relatively short history as a federated state. Do you know your Aussie PMs by sight?
The Rise, Fall and Future of Chinatowns in the U.S.
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There are some 50 Chinatowns in America and hundreds more in other countries. What led to their creation and will they survive into the next century?
Where Should Your Next Piercing Be?
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Most people who get a piercing start with their ears. But once you've got a simple ear piercing, what's the best place to go next? Take this quiz to find out!