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How Currency Works

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Currency is a complex aspect of human civilization. Find out all about these symbols of financial value.

Was Lyme Disease Created as a Bioweapon?

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Maybe it's mistrust of the U.S. government and health-related industries, as well as Lyme's insidious nature, that makes this idea catnip for conspiracy theories. But what's the truth?

Why Isn't William McKinley a More Famous President?

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William McKinley was a popular and very successful president who also was assassinated. Why isn't the 25th president better known?

Rhodonite: A Mineral of Love, Roses and Eagles

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The rose-red mineral rhodonite was first discovered in the 1790s in the Ural Mountains of Russia. Today it's found globally and is associated with compassion, love and healing.

Cornea Transplant Surgery and Risks

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Cornea transplant surgery is one of the successful types of transplant surgery. Learn about cornea transplant surgery and its risks.

Does democracy work?

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Democracy is where citizen gets an equal vote to contribute to decision making. Learn about democracy and find out if democracy works.

10 Boom Towns that Went Bust

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Some towns boom but eventually bust economically. Learn about 10 boom towns that went bust at HowStuffWorks.

How Mexican Traditions Work

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Many Mexican traditions go back for hundreds of years. Read about Mexican traditional food, clothing, music and more at HowStuffWorks.

10 Most Deceptive PR Campaigns in History

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Diamonds are rare? Not really. They became an engagement ring staple, thanks to a clever, if deceptive, public relations campaign.

Elk Are Huge, Aggressive and Unpredictable

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Elk are some of the most majestic animals in the world, but also some of the most aggressive. HowStuffWorks looks at the territorial elk.

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