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How was the Bay Bridge built?
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The Bay Bridge is a wonder of structural engineering. Find out how multiple architectural styles were incorporated into the bridge that unites Oakland with San Francisco.
A Short History of Skid Row
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In the 20th century, there were dozens of Skid Rows across America, but only one has been at the same location for over a century: Skid Row, Los Angeles.
How Lobbying Works
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Do you know How Lobbying Works? Keep reading to find out How Lobbying Works and explore more about campaigning!
The Rise and Fall of the Oregon Trail
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Hundreds of thousands of emigrants traveled the 2,170-mile Oregon Trail. HowStuffWorks looks at what they endured in their search of a better life.
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?
Can You Answer These Winning Jeopardy! Questions?
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What is? Who is? Where is? If you're not asking a question, your answer is already wrong! Can you answer these Final Jeopardy! questions? Make Alex Trebek proud!
VIA Rail Canada
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VIA Rail Canada is a train service that was built to mirror Amtrak's system. Learn more about the VIA Rail Canada railroad system.
Can You Read the Word If We Give It to You Upside Down?
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Look, we're not going to swear you're the next Einstein if you ace this upside-down words quiz, but we do promise it's a great way to stretch your brain and get those neurons fired up. And with only 26 letters in the alphabet, how hard can it be to get a perfect score?
Do you remember "How the West Was Won"?
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"Ambitious" is an understatement. "How the West Was Won" is one of the most expensive and amazing spectacles in the history of Western films. How much do you know about this incredible production?
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.