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What happens to abandoned mines?

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Abandoned mine shafts may look romantic with their clapboarded entrances and rusting pickaxes, but they can be deadly. So who ensures that these dangerous sites are properly closed up? You may find the answer a little unsettling.

Why Democrats Are Donkeys and Republicans Are Elephants

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A donkey and an elephant are the symbols of the U.S. Democratic and Republican parties. Learn the story behind the donkey and the elephant.

Harpers Ferry Has a Complex and Dizzying History

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Harpers Ferry is known as the spot where John Brown launched his disastrous slave rebellion. But why was it also a transportation and ammunitions powerhouse?

Do moose really walk the streets of Alaskan cities?

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Moose in Alaska are so prevalent that residents get used to seeing them along the road. Learn why moose in Alaska cause harm to others and themselves.

8 Home Remedies for Water Retention

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Water retention is a common symptom of premenstrual syndrome. Learn the home remedies that can help reduce retained water.

Who was Rosie the Riveter?

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Rosie the Riveter is an icon of World War II and a symbol of feminine capability. Learn about Rosie the Riveter and her we-can-do-it attitude.

Why did Gandhi march 240 miles for salt?

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The Salt March was Gandhi's march to Dandi in protest of British tax policies. Read about the Salt Satyagraha.

Were people vying to become slaves in the Ottoman Empire?

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Some Ottoman slaves were volunteers, believe it or not. Read about the devsirme system and the appeal of becoming an Ottoman slave.

Cymbalta: What You Need to Know

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Cymbalta is a medication commonly used for depression. Learn more about Cymbalta at HowStuffWorks.

What is disengagement theory?

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The disengagement theory states that the elderly will remove themselves from many social networks. Learn about the disengagement theory.

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