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10 Historical Misconceptions
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Some untrue historical events have been passed down for so many years that they have become truths. See our list of 10 historical misconceptions.
How Synchro-Steer Works
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The Synchro-Steer system allows you to control your speed and stay upright while mowing. Learn all about the Synchro-Steer system.
How Indoor Clouds Work
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Can weather move indoors? Thanks to an artist from Amsterdam, yes. Learn how indoor clouds work.
How the Harlem Renaissance Sparked a New African American Identity
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The historic period of the Harlem Renaissance hit its height a century ago, but its influence has impacted American culture through the decades.
5 of History's Most Cunning Con Artists
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You think you'd never fall for a conman's (or conwoman's) shtick. But so did many of the victims of these five con artists. What scams did they pull off?
11 Types of Cookies for Your Next Snack Attack
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Whether you're into gooey centers or crisp edges, there are countless types of cookies to satisfy every kind of sweet tooth. From nostalgic classics to inventive new takes, here’s a lineup of delicious cookies to bake, share or devour solo. (We'd never judge you.)
10 Times Humanity Found the Answer (and Then Forgot)
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Could humanity be even farther ahead if we hadn't forgotten what we'd learned centuries ago? Learn about 10 times we forgot answers at HowStuffWorks.
5 Major Rule Changes in the History of Baseball
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What are some of the major rule changes in the history of baseball? Learn about the major rule changes in the history of baseball at HowStuffWorks.
Ancient Babylonian Tablet May Show Early Trigonometry, But Some Experts Are Dubious
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A reinterpretation of an ancient Babylonian tablet shows that trigonometry might be 1,000 years older than thought. But there's some disagreement.
Who Were Oscar, Tony and Emmy? The Stories Behind Entertainment Award Names
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The secrets behind the names of entertainment awards aren't as straightforward as you might imagine. Learn more in this HowStuffWorks Article.