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Why Isn't Washington, D.C. Already a State?
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The residents of the U.S. capital pay taxes and serve in the armed forces but have no voting representation in Congress. Many Democrats want to change that.
Can You Crush This General Knowledge Quiz?
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From classic films to literature to American history, how well do you know basic trivia? Test your knowledge and perhaps learn something new with this general knowledge quiz!
What Does it Mean When a Book, Movie or Song Enters the Public Domain?
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The reproduction of books, movies and songs is protected by copyright law, but property in the public domain can be used by anyone for free.
John Brown's Failed Raid on Harper's Ferry Was a Major Impetus for the U.S. Civil War
The raid on Harper's Ferry amplified tensions between the North and South and intensified fear of slave rebellion. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
Fattest Cat in the World Weighed More Than a 4-Year-Old Child
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In 1986, Himmy the cat set a record no cat will ever be able to beat — at least not in the eyes of the Guinness World Records. The organization named Himmy the fattest cat in the world. About a decade later, in 1998, Guinness decided it would no longer award this record as it didn't want to encourage pet owners to overfeed their cats in hopes of dethroning Himmy.
A Pirate Quiz for Ye Trivia-Lubbers!
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Avast, ye scallywags! Prepare to put yer piratical knowledge to the test with this HowStuffWorks Quiz.
Are you responsible for your new spouse's back taxes?
Getting married can come with a lot of baggage, including back taxes. Learn more about your obligation to your spouse's back taxes at HowStuffWorks.
Are manatees really responsible for mermaid myths?
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Are manatees beautiful, graceful and majestic enough to be mistaken for mermaids? Learn more about manatees and the mermaid myth at HowStuffWorks.
How Squatting Works
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Squatting is setting up camp on land or moving into an unused building. Learn what laws protect squatters and how squatting affects culture.
How Firearm Background Checks Work
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Do you know how firearms background checks work? Learn how firearms background checks work at HowStuffWorks.