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How Police Academies Work
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Police academies turn average people into crime fighters. Want to become an officer? Learn what training police academies require.
How Better Business Bureaus Work
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A Better Business Bureau tries to resolve disputes between consumers and businesses. Learn about Better Business Bureas, or BBBs, and how they work.
10 Costly Food Recalls
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Food recalls, whether voluntary or not, cost companies millions. Read our list of the top 10 costliest food recalls.
How Cremation Works
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First, you burn the body until only brittle, pulverized bones are left. These remains are pulverized into ashes, and then placed into urns -- or diamonds, coral reefs and even outer space.
Genealogy Websites
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Using genealogy Web sites can make your family tree project easier. Find out which online resources are best for researching your ancestors.
1961-1964 Cadillac
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The 1961-1964 Cadillac started with a brand-new design, then added improved performance and features each year. Learn more about 1961-1964 Cadillacs.
1963-1970 Lincoln Limousine
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The 1963-1970 Lincoln limousine was born out of a partnership between George Lehmann and Robert Peterson. Learn more about the 1963-1970 Lincoln limo.
How Digital Rights Management Works
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DRM is a method of controlling access to copyrighted material. Find out how the technology behind DRM works and learn about the digital rights management controversy.
How Setting Up a Home Office Works
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Working from home can be a great time saver, and offers incredible flexibility in your schedule -- but not if you sacrifice the perks of a standard office. Learn how to set up a home office that meets all your needs.
How Presidential Memoirs Work
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With President Clinton's memoirs scheduled for release on June 22, there's a whole lot of talk going around about the nature of a presidential memoir. What is its purpose? What is the role of cold, hard facts in this type of book? How does it progress from idea to finished product? This week, find out what distinguishes a memoir from a general autobiography and see how a presidential memoir comes to be.