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When Grave Robbers Hold Famous Corpses for Ransom

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What are some examples of celebrity corpsenappings? Learn more in this HowStuffWorks article detailing stolen corpses held for ransom.

The U.S. Vice President Who Took the Oath of Office In Cuba

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William Rufus DeVane King was the U.S.'s 13th vice president, and the only one to take the oath of office in another country. He and President James Buchanan were also the subjects of scandalous talk.

Dickey Amendment Blocks Research on Gun Violence, Critics Say

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Many public health researchers say funding restrictions imposed by Congress hinder efforts to prevent gun violence. HowStuffWorks looks at the law.

Foxglove Flower: The Beautiful Bloom That's Good (and Bad) for Your Heart

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This pretty flower has been known for centuries to have chemicals that can regulate your heartbeat but also poison you.

Why Anti-anxiety Drug Phenibut Is So Controversial

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Phenibut is sold in Russia as an anti-anxiety drug and online as a brain booster. But it's not licensed as medication in many countries because of its side effects.

What's the Difference Between a Brown Bear and a Black Bear?

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Yes, the obvious fur color seems like a dead giveaway, but you can't always judge a bear by the color of its fur.

Who Invented Graham Crackers and Why?

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Graham crackers were invented by Presbyterian minister Sylvester Graham as part of a radical 19th-century diet. His goal? To curb joy and sexual desires.

The Surprising Controversy Behind 'Mary Had a Little Lamb'

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HowStuffWorks looks into who actually wrote 'Mary Had a Little Lamb.' And what car icon Henry Ford had to do with it.

Mrs. Cheng: The Most Successful Pirate in History

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HowStuffWorks looks at the career of Mrs. Cheng, aka Ching Shih, a famous female pirate of the 19th century who patrolled the South China Sea.

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