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Why Was Phrenology All the Rage in Victorian Times?

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Phrenology, the belief that you could determine personality from the shape of someone's skull, was so popular in the Victorian era that phrenology parlors sprang up all over Europe and America. But the trend was soon debunked.

When Does Belief in a Conspiracy Theory Like QAnon Tip Into Addiction?

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About half of all Americans believe at least one conspiracy theory. But what's the difference between believing a theory and being addicted to it?

The Life and Mysterious Death of Edgar Allan Poe

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Edgar Allan Poe was the master of the macabre, but the story of his life and mysterious death is as fascinating as his most suspenseful work of fiction.

How and Why Are Documents Redacted?

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The U.S. Justice Department had to release a redacted affidavit related to the FBI's search of former President Donald Trump's Florida estate. How does the redaction process work?

How Foreign Tax Credits Work

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If you made money outside of the U.S., you might be interested in reducing your tax burden. Learn more about foreign tax credits at HowStuffWorks.

Why do some movies go straight to DVD?

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Some movies skip the theater release and go straight to DVD. Find out why some movies head to the home entertainment market early at HowStuffWorks.

What was the most peaceful time in history?

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What was the most peaceful time in history? Was it the Pax Romana? The era of the Mongol Empire? Today? Read about the most peaceful time in history?

What's the Difference: Sponge Cake, Pound Cake, Gateau, Genoise

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Are you wondering what's the difference between sponge cake, pound cake, gateau cake and genoise cake? Learn the differences between these cakes.

Can Red Flag Laws Help Prevent Mass Killings?

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Red flag laws let police seize firearms of a person who is viewed as a potential threat. HowStuffWorks looks at whether the laws can prevent crime.

What We Learned From the Deadliest Nightclub Fire in U.S. History

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HowStuffWorks looks at the lessons, including advanced building codes and medical treatments, that endure from Boston's 1942 Cocoanut Grove fire.

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