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10 Famous Fathers

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Each of the dads on this list is a fascinating case study in how career success intermingles with raising kids.

10 Amazing Circus Families

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Many circus families stretch back seven or eight generations. Learn about some of the most storied circus families still under the big top.

10 Bizarre Circus Sideshows

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We're a lot more respectful of disabilities and medical conditions nowadays, but once upon a time they were much more widely exploited for entertainment and profit. Check out these 10 bizarre circus sideshows!

10 Offbeat Circuses

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The idea of a 'traditional' circus may seem weird, but we've seen great change within the industry. Learn about 10 offbeat circuses at HowStuffWorks.

10 Worst Circus Disasters

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The circus can provide great fun and entertainment, but occasionally serious tragedies occur under the big top. Learn about the 10 worst circus disasters at HowStuffWorks.

Can You Identify These Tennis Legends?

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From ashes to kings, the tennis world has seen no shortage of iconic legends. Some of the world's first international sports stars gained fame on the grass, clay, concrete and even wood courts of the tennis world. Can you name all these tennis legends?

10 Vintage Motorcycle Brands

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Some vintage motorcycles garner intense passion and following, whether it's Harley or Honda or Indian. Check out 10 vintage motorcycle brands at HowStuffWorks.

Could income tax be replaced by a consumption-based sales tax?

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A consumption-based tax, sometimes called the Fair Tax, is one alternative to the current U.S. tax system. Learn more about a consumption-based tax.

25 of the World's Longest-reigning Monarchs

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From Athelstan, who held off the Viking invaders of Britain, to Sobhuza, the longest-serving king of Eswatni (formerly Swaziland), here are 25 of the world's longest-serving monarchs.

How Math Works

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A world without math is unimaginable. It's a part of who we are. It's the analytical juice of our left brain. In the words of physicist Richard Feynman, even a fool can use it. So why do so many of us turn our backs on numbers?

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