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How Independent Voters Work
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Independent voters do not align with one of the two major political parties in the U.S. Learn about independent voters and their politics.
5 Countries That Ditched Their Military Forces
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As Benjamin Franklin once quipped: "There never was a good war or a bad peace." That's why these five countries have gotten out of the military business entirely.
Buildup to World War II: January 1931-August 1939
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This World War II timeline highlights important dates during January 1931 to August 1939. Follow the events of World War II and the German invasion.
The Rise and Fall of the Oregon Trail
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Hundreds of thousands of emigrants traveled the 2,170-mile Oregon Trail. HowStuffWorks looks at what they endured in their search of a better life.
Groundhogs Are More Than Just Meteorologists
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Groundhogs are omnivorous and hibernate for three months out of every year. HowStuffWorks gets to know more about these little mammals.
The Man Behind the Legend Who Is Sitting Bull
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Sitting Bull is one of the most famous Native Americans in history. And he's way more than just the Lakota warrior he's known for.
How Casinos Work
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Casinos bring in billions of dollars in revenue each year. Learn about casinos and find out how security keeps casinos safe and fair.
How Spanglish Works
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A hybrid of English and Spanish known as Spanglish can be heard in many predominantly Hispanic areas as well as on TV and in movies. Learn where it came from and how it works.
10 Simple Ways to Discourage Break-ins
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Break-ins are easy to prevent. Criminals tale the path of least resistance. Learn how you can keep criminals at bay and prevent break-ins.
How NATO Works
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The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is built on an alliance between 30 North American and European countries. But it's much more than that.