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How Do the 5 U.S. Territories Differ From the 50 States?
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The United States still has five permanently populated territories. The 3.5 million residents are denied many of the same rights as mainland U.S. citizens. They want this to change.
Smallest Countries in the World
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Is it the country with the smallest land area? Or the fewest people? Either way, you get the same answer.
5 Countries That Ditched Their Military Forces
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As Benjamin Franklin once quipped: "There never was a good war or a bad peace." That's why these five countries have gotten out of the military business entirely.
Can You Guess the Correct Spelling of These Countries?
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Are you a spelling champion? Do you know how to spell every country in the world? Will you find yourself stumped by Kyrgyzstan? There's only one way to find out! Take this quiz to find out how worldly you are!
The Axis Conquers the Philippines: January 1942-July 1942
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The Axis conquering the Philippines had repercussions throughout all of World War II's major theaters. Find a timeline and photos in this article.
How the Green Berets Work
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John F. Kennedy called the green beret "a symbol of excellence, a badge of courage, a mark of distinction in the fight for freedom" -- a nod to the most formidable arm of the U.S. military. The Green Berets, or Special Forces, are America's first line of defense around the world.
12 Real Haunted Houses That'll Give You Nightmares
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Real-life haunted houses make us hide under the covers and sleep with one eye open. Learn about the spooky history of these real-life haunted houses.
How Mercenaries Work
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Mercenaries have fought in wars for centuries, whether in modern-day Iraq or ancient Greece. Are mercenaries always a fixture in political strife?
How the Census Works
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The U.S. census is a huge project bent on counting every U.S. resident. Find out about the changes for the 2020 census with HowStuffWorks.
How North Korea Works
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Often described as 'The Hermit Kingdom,' North Korea is a source of mystery for those living in the West. Learn about North Korea at HowStuffWorks.