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How Karma Works
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Karma is the central concept in many Eastern religions, but how did the word become part of Western culture? Find out what karma is and how karma works.
Rambutan Is the 'Hairier' Cousin of the Lychee Fruit
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Its name is a derivative of a Mayan word for "hair" and by the looks of it you can see why. But how do you eat a rambutan and what does it taste like?
What Does 'Caucasian' Really Mean?
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It's easy to equate Caucasian with white. But the word Caucasian touches on issues deeper than skin color. HowStuffWorks looks at its true meaning.
Tiny Group of Samaritans Still Practice Their Ancient Religion
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The word "Samaritan," might have you thinking of a hospital or the Bible story about the Good Samaritan. But "real" Samaritans still exist in Israel, though their numbers are small.
What Does 'Treason' Actually Mean?
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Though treason is the only crime mentioned in the U.S. Constitution, few know what the word actually means and fewer still have ever been indicted for it.
The Power of Police, Protesters and Cell Phone Video
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Video exposes injustices in a way that words can't. HowStuffWorks Now looks at how cell phone video and police brutality intersect in modern America.
What Is a Constitutional Crisis?
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We've been hearing the words constitutional crisis a lot lately. But what is one, really? HowStuffWorks explains what is and what isn't one.
Can You Complete All of the Following Country Music Lyrics?
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From a twangy guitar to a Southern drawl, here are famous country song lyrics for one and all. Do you remember the words to the following famous country music hits?
What does "Case Hardened" mean when it's stamped on a piece of metal?
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I have a lock that has the words "Case Hardened" stamped on it. I have seen this on lots of things made of metal. What does "Case Hardened" mean?
How Cinco de Mayo Works
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When you hear the words "Cinco de Mayo," what comes to mind? Margaritas? Mariachi bands? Find out what Cinco de Mayo is all about.