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Why Did Hundreds of Americans 'Drink the Kool-Aid' at Jonestown?

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In 1978, hundreds of followers of the Rev. Jim Jones died in Guyana, after being either coerced into suicide by their charismatic leader or actually murdered.

Why Would Luke Want to End the Jedi?

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In the first trailer for 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi,' Luke Skywalker tells us it's time for the Jedi to end. HowStuffWorks investigates why.

Is a daily shower too much for your skin?

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Is a daily shower too much for your skin? Find out if a daily shower is too much for your skin at HowStuffWorks.

5 False Stereotypes About Baby Boomers

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These false stereotypes about baby boomers help clarify what this generation is really all about. See false stereotypes about baby boomers to learn more.

Ghost in the Machine: When Does AI Become Sentient?

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A Google engineer made headlines for claiming that an AI called LaMDA had become sentient or conscious. While many AI scientists disagreed, what would it take for an AI to ever become sentient?

5 Profound Insights From Lao-tzu, Founder of Taoism

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Lao-tzu was the legendary Taoist philosopher whose words sound profoundly modern. They help us maintain a sense of harmony and balance in an often-chaotic world.

Quiz: What's This Country's Former Name?

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From war to political unrest to rebranding, there are all sorts of reasons countries change names. Match the former country names with our quiz.

14 of the New Deals Alphabet Agencies

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The New Deal's Alphabet Agencies were created during the Great Depression to relieve the economic tensions. Learn about these Alphabet Agencies.

Can You Tell What Countries These International Border Crossings Are In?

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Borders delineate the shapes of nations and the limits of their reach, culturally, militarily and in terms of natural resources. Border crossings have been flashpoints throughout history. Could you recognize them if you saw them?

10 Things You Should Know About Rachel Carson

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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.

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