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How Political Recalls Work

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Why (and how) are voters taking the extraordinary step of recalling officials they've already elected? Read about political recalls at HowStuffWorks.

Uses for Salt: Cleaning Your House

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Salt can be a useful tool around the house. Salt is an extraordinary cleaning and deodorizing agent for your entire home. Learn more about how salt can help with numerous household projects.

We Say 'Once in a Blue Moon' But Blue Moons Aren't That Rare

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If something happens on a rare occasion, you might have heard someone describe is as a "once in a blue moon" situation. The phrase describes occurrences that don't come around often, making them extraordinary.

Why Petroleum Jelly Is a Great Moisturizer

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Petroleum jelly can be a cheap and easy way to moisturize your face. Try these creative ways to use petroleum jelly in your skin care routine.

Did people initially think the duckbill platypus was a hoax?

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The duckbill platypus is said to be created from spare animal parts. Learn if people first thought the duckbill platypus was a hoax at HowStuffWorks.

The Ultimate Wes Anderson Quiz

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He's independent cinema's king of quirk. With his unique vision and eccentric characters, Wes Anderson has become one of Hollywood's most original voices. How well do you know the work of this extraordinary auteur?

How Paper Shredders Work

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Despite a ho-hum name, paper shredders have an extraordinary (and juicy) history featuring the likes of Oliver North, Enron and all sorts of spies. What story will thrust this commonplace technology back in the limelight next?

Sun Tzu's "The Art of War" Quiz

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The Art of War by Sun Tzu, also simply called, "The Sun Tzu" is a classic ancient text on military strategy. Even if you've never been strapped in armor, how much do you know about these tried-and-true techniques?

September 4 Birthday Astrology

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A Virgo born September 4, symbolized by the Scales, is a natural risk-taker and has a rare charisma. Learn about September 4 birthday astrology.

Synchronized Driving Is Totally Cool; It Could Even Be Helpful

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Synchronized driving can be a form of precision driving that's like a much-rehearsed stunt routine. Learn about synchronized driving at HowStuffWorks.

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