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Why Didn't Russia Sell Alaska to Canada?
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It made geographical sense for Russia to sell its territory of Alaska to Canada, but it opted to sell it to the U.S. instead. Why was that?
The 'Petticoat Rulers' Ran a Wyoming Frontier Town in the 1920s
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In 1920, a group of women established an all-female government in the town of Jackson, Wyoming.
5 Things You Didn't Know About Fried Chicken
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HowStuffWorks looks at the history and lore of Southern fried chicken and the role of Col. Sanders and KFC in spreading it worldwide.
How the Shar-Pei Got Its Wrinkles
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The Shar-Pei is one of the most unusual-looking dogs around and has a fascinating history. HowStuffWorks checks out this wrinkly canine.
Does gender-targeted advertising work?
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When advertisers work to earn our hearts and our money, how does gender play into it? Do the ones emphasizing stereotypical male and female traits do a number on our brains (and wallets)? Or is it something else that makes us want to buy, buy, buy?
How Bartering Works
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Bartering and the barter system are alive and well, but how do they work in our modern age? Learn about the barter system and bartering.
How Social Security Works
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Social Security pays benefits to retired and disabled Americans. Learn how the Social Security system works and why some say Social Security is bankrupt.
Can I recycle my carpet?
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Around 5 billion pounds of carpet goes to landfills every year. Learn how to recycle carpet to slow this wasteful trend.
Why is aspirin good for your heart?
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Why is aspirin good for your heart? Find out why aspirin can be good for your heart and discover if an aspirin regimen could be right for you.
The History of Cola
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The history of cola is full of interesting tidbits and over one hundred years of facts. Learn all about the history of cola at HowStuffWorks.