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Why Isn't Washington, D.C. Already a State?
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The residents of the U.S. capital pay taxes and serve in the armed forces but have no voting representation in Congress. Many Democrats want to change that.
Red Roses or Yellow? Every Flower Has a Secret Meaning
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Floriography - the association of flowers with special virtues and sentiments - has been a practice from antiquity to the present day.
The Ethics (and Crime) of Plagiarism
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Defining plagiarism is not easy. HowStuffWorks breaks down the definition, which usually involves passing off someone else's work as your own.
Why the Korean War Still Matters
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The Korean War technically ended, but is still not over. HowStuffWorks looks at the war and why it's still important today.
How Charitable Tax Deductions Work
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You get two things when you donate to a charity: a feel-good moment and a tax deduction. Learn more about charitable tax deductions at HowStuffWorks.
Why Can't We Find Jimmy Hoffa's Body?
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Jimmy Hoffa disappeared on July 30, 1975 and hasn't been seen since. HowStuffWorks talks to an expert with a theory about what might have happened.
What If We Ran Out of Minerals?
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If minerals make up so much of the Earth, why would we ever face shortages? The availability of the resources we use to create products often depends more on our priorities than the planet's supply.
Why Are Certain Foods Eaten Mainly at Breakfast?
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Americans expect certain foods for breakfast. But why did these particular foods end up as morning meals? HowStuffFoods lets the foods tell the story.
Eugenics Overshadows the Legacy of Scientific Genius Francis Galton
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Francis Galton did pioneering work in meteorology, psychology, statistics and biometrics. But today he is mainly remembered for promoting eugenics.
The O.K. Corral: The Gunfight of All Gunfights
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This Gunfight at the O.K. Corral lasted just 30 seconds. But its legend has endured for more than a decade. We dissect the battle's myth and lure.