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Racketeering Isn't Just a Crime for Mobsters
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Racketeering didn't exist as a crime before 1970. So what is it and why was the Mafia instrumental in its creation?
Explorer Daniel Boone Blazed a Trail to the American West
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Forget the coonskin cap. Daniel Boone didn't wear one. But he did inspire a TV show, live with (and fight) Indians and help establish Kentucky as the 14th colony.
Meet Hestia: The Martha Stewart of Greek Goddesses
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The goddess of the hearth, Hestia set the Greek bar for perfection in domesticity, hospitality, the family, the home and the state.e.
Were the Philistines Really Uncultured 'Philistines'?
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The Philistines often show up in the Bible as a ferocious tribe waging war on the Israelites. But what do we know of them from archaeology?
Why the Stamp Act Was Reviled in the American Colonies
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The British imposition of the Stamp Act in 1765 drew street demonstrations against the new law in the American colonies, resulting in its eventual repeal.
5 Awesome Antique Tractors
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These 5 awesome antique tractors aren't like the mass-produced tractors you see today. Check out these rare antique tractors at HowStuffWorks.
Why Giving a Professional Reference Can Be a Minefield
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How can you get out of giving a professional reference if you don't want to? HowStuffWorks has some tips.
Why Countries Use Economic Sanctions to Prevent Conflict
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European nations just implemented crippling sanctions against Russia for invading Ukraine. But what exactly are sanctions and do they really work as intended?
12 of the Biggest Dog Breeds in the World
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Dogs come in all shapes and sizes. And a few breeds stand out for being, well, exceptionally huge. But what is the biggest dog breed in the world?
How Well Do You Know "Les Miserables"?
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"Les Miserables" is a world-famous novel, Broadway show and film with fans across the globe. Test your Les Miz IQ with this revolutionary HowStuffWorks quiz!