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How the Electoral College Works
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As we learned in the 2000 election, the electoral college plays a huge role in the election process. Learn how the electoral college works!
How Lobbying Works
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Do you know How Lobbying Works? Keep reading to find out How Lobbying Works and explore more about campaigning!
How Barbecue Works
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Almost every country in the world has some dish involving meat cooked over the fire. In the U.S., it's called barbecue. Come with us on a mouthwatering-journey through the history, politics and techniques of barbecue.
How Narco States Work
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Narco states are places where illegal drugs are openly traded with governmental approval. Learn all about narco states.
7 Famous Folks Who Were Also Doctors
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These folks abandoned their medical careers to get involved in other lines of work and make their names.
Our Most Difficult Knowledge Quiz
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Stop yelling at the screen during "Jeopardy" and try a *real* killer knowledge quiz, smart guy! (Or smart gal). We'll put your brain through its paces, we promise!
All 'Aboot' Canadian Holidays
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What's Victoria Day all about? Why is Canadian Thanksgiving in October? We'll give you a quick tour of Canadian holidays.
Before Christianity, Judaism and Islam, There Was Zoroastrianism
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It's the oldest (and probably most obscure) monotheistic religion. So, how did it influence so many of the better-known ones? And will Zoroastrianism survive?
Did the Colossi of Memnon used to sing at sunrise?
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Singing monuments sounds like the premise of an enchanted Broadway musical -- or a scene straight out of "A Night at the Museum." So did the Colossi of Memnon actually sing at one time? And if so, why don't they sing anymore? Stage fright?
11 Arabic-Speaking Countries Spanning Massive Continents
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Exploring Arabic-speaking countries entails looking a vast linguistic map that stretches across the Middle East and North Africa.