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How Minimum Wage Works
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Minimum wage is supposed to ensure that workers get paid enough to live. Get the whole scoop on minimum wage -- from its history to current debates.
How Mardi Gras Works
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HowStuffWorks takes a fun-filled trip to New Orleans to learn all about the roots, traditions and current practices of Mardi Gras.
10 Famous Curses
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Everybody has bad days, but fortune seems to have it in for some people. You decide: Are these 10 infamous cases of bad luck coincidences or curses?
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.
How Italian Traditions Work
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What kind of traditions are celebrated in Italy? Read about Italian traditions at HowStuffWorks.
There Are Hundreds of Classic Westerns, We'll Be Impressed If You Can Guess 20
Well, circle the wagons, pilgrim! Make sure your powder's dry because we're calling you out for a Western movie shootout! How many of these rootin' tootin' classics have you seen?
How Satellite Phones Work
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Satellite phones can be your only line of communication in remote areas, but it's a costly way to reach out and touch someone. See how satellite phones work.
10 Motorcycle World Records
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There are many odd records you can break with a motorcycle. Learn about 10 motorcycle world records at HowStuffWorks.
Can You ID All of These Cheeses From An Image?
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Cheese is one of the most popular foods of all time. Provolone, parmesan, gouda, feta, the list goes on. Some are orange, some are white, some are even blue. Can you identify the type of cheese from a single image? Prove it!
Can You Guess the Pop Star From the Lyric?
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A catchy pop song lyric can stick in your head for days whether you like it or not. Crank up the tunes for this quiz and see if you can guess the star from the lyric!