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Gregor MacGregor's Swindle: The Country That Never Existed

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Gregor MacGregor was a Scotsman who swindled hundreds of people in a land scheme in the early 1800s. HowStuffWorks looks at the incredible story.

Hispanic or Latino? It's Complicated

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HowStuffWorks explores the differences between terms like Hispanic, Latino, Chicano and Mexican-American.

Are There Really Arachnids Living in My Eyelashes?

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If someone told you that oodles of arachnids are jumping (and mating) on your eyelashes, you might be inclined to laugh it off. But it's true. Mites are happily living all over your face. What are they doing there anyway?

Does sleeping after learning make you smarter?

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Want to ace that test? Learn if skipping the all-nighter and hitting the sack will boost your memory and learning at HowStuffWorks.

Was 'The Conqueror' filmed on a nuclear test site?

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We didn't know the full effects of nuclear radiation 60 years ago. Learn if the filming of 'The Conqueror' put actors at risk at HowStuffWorks.

Is there a link between alcohol and diabetes?

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Is it safe to drink alcohol if you have diabetes? Learn about the relationship between alcohol and diabetes to get informed.

Why is it rude to stare?

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Even if they're the most interesting person you've ever seen, staring isn't usually the thing to do. Learn just why staring is rude at HowStuffWorks.

Is there any place on Earth that's safe from natural disasters?

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Determining the safest place on Earth can be a little tricky. After all, if we all knew where it was, wouldn't we all be clamoring to live there already? And anyway, what do we even mean by "safe" -- and safe from what?

Can Antibiotics Make You Feel Fatigued?

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Do antibiotics cause fatigue? Learn about antibiotic side effects and fatigue at HowStuffWorks.

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