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How Does a Forest Fire Benefit Living Things?

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Forest-fire prevention has been a touchstone of American consciousness since the creation of Smokey the Bear in the 1940s. But now, environmental experts believe that some amount of fire is good for the forest too.

5 Green Jobs for Retirees

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What are some green jobs for retirees? Learn about 5 Green Jobs for Retirees at HowStuffWorks.

How Food Banks Work

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Food banks serve to help those who can't afford enough to eat. Check out this article about food banks and see how you can help.

How Radiation Sickness Works

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Radiation sickness can be terrifying, painful and -- in some cases -- fatal. Learn about the causes and symptoms of radiation sickness.

What Happened to the KGB When the Soviet Union Folded?

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The KGB, the Soviet Union's vast secret police and espionage apparatus, technically was dismantled decades ago. But it still exists under a new name.

What Fueled the Famous Feud Between the Hatfields and McCoys?

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The Hatfield and McCoy family names are recognized for one thing: fighting for decades. But what were they so angry about and why so many years of feuding?

How the Philadelphia Experiment Worked

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During World War II, a U.S. ship mysteriously disappeared in Virginia and reappeared suddenly in Philadelphia. Or so conspiracy theorists say.

How Tech Incubators Work

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Could a tech incubator be better than starting your business alone? Learn about the different types of tech incubators and how they work.

Anne Frank's Diary Is Still Spilling Its Secrets

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Since 'The Diary of Anne Frank' was first published in 1947, scholars have dissected every page. HowStuffWorks looks at the new Anne that has emerged.

7 Facts About Socrates, the Enigmatic Greek Street Philosopher

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"The unexamined life," said Socrates, "is not worth living." So what was the life of this Athenian sage really like?

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