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Grave Matters: Why Are Caskets So Expensive?
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You may experience sticker shock at the funeral home when you see the price of caskets. Why do they cost so much and is there anything you can do about the price?
Meet Florence Kelley: Labor Reformer, Abolitionist and Co-founder of the NAACP
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Grateful that U.S. law ensures decent working conditions and children go to school instead of working in mines? Thank Florence Kelley and her father.
How Safety Coffins Eased Grave Fears of Premature Burial
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"Safety coffins" were tricked-out caskets that provided a way for prematurely buried people to escape from 6 feet under, back when this fear was sometimes a frightening reality.
What Was the Strongest Earthquake Ever Recorded?
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Earthquakes are among the most powerful natural forces on Earth, often causing widespread devastation, triggering tsunamis and altering the landscape of a region. But how strong was the strongest earthquake of all time?
How 4G Works
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4G networks promise to deliver all the speedy data we could wish for, but do they? Learn all about how 4G works and the future of 4G.
10 Most Expensive Pools
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Famous hotel pools can be impressive, they pale in comparison to some of the world's most expensive pools, which can cost millions or even billions of dollars to build.
How OnStar Works
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OnStar gives you quick help in an emergency. Find out about telematics, the technology behind OnStar, OnStar services and the controversy around OnStar.
How Twins Work
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Twins are unique people who are also eerily similar to each other. Do twins really have ESP? Learn how twinning happens and what types of twins are out there.
How many people does one farmer feed in a year?
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One farmer's annual output can feed many people -- but exactly how many? Find out how tricky it is to see how many people a farmer feeds each year.
10 Ways to Cope with an Addict in the Family
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Many addicts don't realize the strain that their addiction can place on close relatives. Learn more about ways to cope with an addict in the family.