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Scurvy: The Scourge of the High Seas Remains at Large Today

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HowStuffworks looks at the symptoms and treatment of scurvy and why it was so associated with sailors and pirates.

What Happens if Someone Is Murdered in Space?

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A murder in space would create jurisdictional, legal and investigative complications. HowStuffWorks looks at the law as it relates to space crime.

How Obituaries Went From Dry Death Notices to Tributes to Truth

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Obituaries do more than just let the world know someone died. They're a chance to pay tribute to someone, advocate for a cause or even settle a score.

Why are highly contagious diseases kept in labs?

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Highly contagious diseases are often kept in labs, and some researchers insist it's with good reason. Find out why contagious diseases are kept in labs.

The Ultimate Twilight Quiz

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Are you a sparkly Twi-hard or a pale imitation? Take this "Twilight" quiz to test your knowledge of the books, films and trivia.

How Well Do You Know the US Government?

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The US government is one of the largest and most influential on earth, but most Americans don't understand how it works. Put your government know-how to the test with this HowStuffWorks quiz!

Do You Know the Meaning of These Common Acronyms?

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Life is short! One way that people try to save time is by using acronyms. But acronyms don't help very much if you don't understand what they stand for. So test your knowledge of them now with our quiz!

From Van Gogh to Meow Wolf: Get Lost in 6 Immersive Art Experiences

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They seem to be all around us - immersive exhibits that enfold the viewer, moving us into the art instead of keeping us at viewing distance. So, why are they suddenly so popular?

Anne Bonny: A Real Female Pirate of the Caribbean

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Anne Bonny was an Irish marauder whose brief period of piracy in enshrined her as legend as one of the few documented female pirates in history.

The Inspiring, Tragic Story of Sophie Scholl, the Student Who Defied Hitler

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At just 21, Sophie Scholl fought a murderous regime - not with guns and grenades, but with ideas and ideals. This ultimately led to her execution.

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