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Want to Define Poverty? Consider More Than Just Income, Study Says
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A new study suggests poverty's more than just a number on a paycheck. Learn more in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
How Narco States Work
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Narco states are places where illegal drugs are openly traded with governmental approval. Learn all about narco states.
The Most Educated States in 2024
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There are multiple ways to determine the most educated states in the U.S.: Is it the state with the highest percentage of high school diploma holders? The best public schools? The one with the most people who hold graduate degrees? Do you weigh all forms of graduate school education equally when curricula vary so much between MBA, MFA and PhD programs?
How Do New States Become Part of the U.S.?
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Candidates for the "51st state" include Puerto Rico, Guam and Washington, D.C. How likely is this to happen for any of them, and how did the U.S. get the 50 it already has?
10 Poorest States in the U.S. by Median Household Income
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The poorest states in the U.S. often face a multitude of economic and social challenges that contribute to and perpetuate their low median household incomes.
State Laws Still Allow Child Marriage in America
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Children as young as 10 are being married (or forced into marriage) in the United States. Learn more about the laws that allow it at HowStuffWorks.
How much money do I really need to live?
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Determining how much money you need to live entails separating needs from wants. Learn how peer pressure affects how much money you need to live.
How the American Dream Works
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What exactly is the American dream? And how do you know if you're living it? Read about the American dream at HowStuffWorks.
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.
Most Dangerous Cities in the U.S. by Cost of Crime per Capita
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Despite ongoing efforts to improve safety, many cities in the United States continue to face high crime rates, posing significant challenges for the residents and city officials. But which are the most dangerous cities in the U.S.?