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How Propaganda Works
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Propaganda encompasses a range of deceptive persuasive techniques, from print to broadcast media. Read about propaganda and who uses it.
Did Romans really purge their bellies in vomitoria?
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The ancient Romans were so decadent that it's said they'd vomit mid-feast just to eat more. Learn more about vomitoria at HowwStuffWorks.
How Latkes Became Hanukkah's Favorite Food
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Latkes are potato pancakes that we commonly eat during Hanukkah. What's behind this delicious Jewish tradition?
How long is the longest existing family tree?
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The 'longest family tree' claim is obviously a very prestigious one. Which family does it go to? Learn about the longest family tree to find out.
What Does SOS Mean?
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SOS was the most commonly used distress signal from the turn of the 20th century until before WWII. But exactly what does SOS mean?
The Four-day Workweek Isn't as Crazy as You Think
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Studies have shown that people spend less than half of each day really being productive. So, why not reduce the workweek to 32 hours and get more done? Although it's worked at a number of companies, others balk at making the change.
Is Your Pup One of the 10 Smartest Dog Breeds?
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The smartest dog breeds are the ones that easily learn to be obedient to humans. From herding to therapy to search and rescue, these pups work (and train) hard.
How Meth Works
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Meth, or methamphetamine, is a stimulant that can leave users toothless and paranoid. So why do so many people go after that high? Learn what meth can do.
Top 10 Game-changing Military Technologies
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These 10 technologies changed war and the course of history as we know it. Some of these battlefield innovations, like adding grooves to gun barrels, are surprisingly simple. So what else made our list?
Why World War I Became the 'Forgotten War'
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The 100-year anniversary of the end of World War I offers up a second chance to learn from our mistakes. HowStuffWorks looks at what we need to know.