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How Solitary Confinement Works
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The U.S. has thousands of prisoners in solitary confinement. But experts are now saying it does more harm than good. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
10 Poorest States in the U.S. by Median Household Income
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The poorest states in the U.S. often face a multitude of economic and social challenges that contribute to and perpetuate their low median household incomes.
Cotton Candy Quiz
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You'll find this sticky treat in almost any color of the rainbow. Plus, it's completely delicious! Over the years, cotton candy has become an indelible part of American culture, and it can be found everywhere from county fairs to movie theaters. Find out how sweet you are on this sugary treat by taking our cotton candy quiz.
Should we be worried about the dead zone in the Gulf of Mexico?
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The Dead Zone is a vast area off the Gulf of Mexico, larger than several U.S. States, that is deadly to marine life. Learn more about the Dead Zone.
How Did Bonnie and Clyde Really Die?
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We know they died in a hail of gunfire, but who set this criminal couple up and how many shots were fired?
Why Not All Insurrections in the U.S. Are the Same
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For enslaved Americans, insurrection was often the only path to freedom. Are we misusing the term today?
10 Times It Has Rained Something Other Than Water
Frogs! Fish! Birds! A surprising number of things have rained down from the sky besides water. But how?
How State Sales Taxes Work
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State sales taxes vary between states. Learn more about how state sales taxes work at HowStuffWorks.
The State Map Outline Quiz
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They might vary in size and dimensions, but in the end, every state has a shape. Do you know how the states have shaped up over the years? Here's your chance to find out!
10 Completely Archaic Laws Still on the Books
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There are lots of weird, archaic laws on the books. Learn about some of the most bizarre and completely archaic laws still on the books.