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Operation Midnight Climax: A CIA Sex, Drugs and Surveillance Program
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In a bizarre experiment during the Cold War, the CIA used prostitutes and bordellos to lure customers only to drug them with LSD. It was all designed to achieve mind control.
9 Fascinating Facts About Julius Caesar, 'Dictator for Perpetuity'
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The Roman general and statesman's romantic exploits and bloody betrayal were juicy enough to fuel two different Shakespeare plays. We find out more.
Why is habeas corpus important?
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Habeas corpus means "you have the body" and is an important civil right, even if it sounds archaic. Learn how habeas corpus works.
How an Attorney General Works
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An attorney general has a lot of responsibilities. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about the role of an attorney general.
Do You Know Which Cities Have a NHL Team, and Which Don't?
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Put everything you're doing on ice and get ready to "check" this quiz! We want to know if you're an NHL super fan. Can you identify these hockey towns and those that might wish they were? Travel the U.S. one NHL team at a time!
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 Dictators Work
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Dictators make controversial, violent news. But who are these dictators? We'll explore what makes a dictator, from how dictatorships started to how they usually end.
Why Can't You Pump Your Own Gas in New Jersey?
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The Garden State of New Jersey is the only state in the U.S. where it's illegal to pump your own gas. What gives?
How Chip and PIN Credit Cards Work
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Long popular in other parts of the world, chip and PIN credit cards seem finally headed for the U.S. Learn about Chip and PIN cards at HowStuffWorks.
Sundown Towns: 'Hiding' Racism Right in the Open
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These towns, with all-white populations, may not be as blatant about their racism as they once were. But they're still here and being forced to face their ugly truth.