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Why Aren't There More Asian-Americans in Pro Team Sports?

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Cultural expectations - and stereotyping - explain the underrepresentation of Asian-American athletes in some sports. HowStuffWorks investigates.

12 Big Cases of Revenge

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The concept of revenge predates legal history. But sometimes the need for vengeance can kick into overdrive - as in these 12 infamous acts of revenge.

How College Rankings Work

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College rankings can be useful in selecting a college, but are these college rankings accurate? Can they be trusted? Read more about college rankings.

Can You Score 27/35 On This Difficult American History Quiz?

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American history can be both intriguing and complicated at the same time. How well do you know your American history? Take this difficult quiz and find out!

6 Startling Revelations From Declassified U.S. Government Documents

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Declassified government documents can change our view of history, and also sometimes contain surprising revelations. Here are six to discover.

Why Do British Lawyers Still Wear Wigs?

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In the late 17th century, wearing wigs became a common practice in law. But why has it endured for so long?

How the Civil Rights Movement Worked

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The civil rights movement fought racism against blacks that persisted in American society. Explore the civil rights movement and its leaders and legislation.

Are women better politicians?

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Are women better politicians? They're certainly in the minority, but could that actually make women better politicians?

How can soft tissue exist in dinosaur fossils?

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Soft tissue in dinosaur fossils is very rare, and when it does turn up it often contains many surprises. Learn about soft tissue in dinosaur fossils.

How Removing Public Monuments Works

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Controversy surrounds the removal of public monuments honoring the U.S. Confederacy. But who or what determines which monuments go up or come down?

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