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10 Weird Facts About the Circus
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The circus has many 'weird' acts, but there are some strange facts about it you may not know. Learn 10 weird facts about the circus at HowStuffWorks.
How to Tell Someone They Sound Prejudiced
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What do you do when that prejudice reveals itself? See tips on how to tell someone they sound prejudiced at HowStuffWorks.
10 Pioneering Female Politicians
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Which female politicians have trail-blazed a path to close the gender gap? Learn about 10 pioneering female politicians.
Odysseus and His Not-always Heroic Odyssey
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Odysseus is the hero of the epic Greek poem "The Odyssey." But by today's standards, he might not be considered a hero at all.
Why in the World Do U.S. Presidents Pardon Turkeys?
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Every year the U.S. president pardons a turkey and Americans eat it up. Not the bird, but the ceremony. How did this priceless tradition even start?
How Sarah Palin Works
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Sarah Palin is a hot commodity on the McCain-Palin ticket: Her youth and conservative ideals have garnered publicity. Learn about Sarah Palin and her ideals.
10 Press Exposés That Made a Difference
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Journalists have brought to national attention lots of issues that would otherwise remain hidden. Learn about some of them at HowStuffWorks.
How the Lions Club Works
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The Lion's Club is an international service organization focusing on preventing and treating blindness. Learn about the Lion's Club and how to join.
Why do corporations have the same rights as you?
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Corporate personhood has led to the precedent of treating businesses like artificial persons. Read about corporate personhood and how the law affects it.
10 Things You Should Know About Rachel Carson
The late marine biologist Rachel Carson's groundbreaking book, "Silent Spring," debuted 60 years ago as one of the finest works of nature writing ever.