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What Does the Speaker of the House Do?
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The speaker of the House occupies a central role in our government, but what exactly does the job entail?
How Credit Cards Work
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Credit cards have an interesting history. Learn how a credit card works, from the numbering system to how you can get rid of that high interest balance.
Top 10 Biggest Bodybuilders
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Do you know who the biggest bodybuilders are? Take a look at our top 10 list of biggest bodybuilders to learn about the Hulk and other famous strong people.
Will a Turkey Really Drown If It Looks Up During a Rainstorm?
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Some say that during a rainstorm, turkeys will stare up at the sky with their beaks hanging open, transfixed, until they drown. Is this really true?
Types of Termites and the Damage They Cause
For being tiny, termites can cause an amazing amount of destruction. Which termites might wreak havoc in your home, and what kind of damage will they do?
The 'Dutch Reach' Prevents Bike Crashes
The Dutch Reach is saving the lives of bicyclists all over the world. HowStuffWorks looks at this simple tip that can prevent crashes.
Will you die if you never sleep?
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Sleep deprivation can have many side effects, but is death one of them? Find out if you can die if you never sleep at HowStuffWorks.
How Land Trusts Work
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Land trusts have been used for both good and bad. Find out the pros and cons of land trusts at HowStuffWorks.
Can you be a professional volunteer?
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Being a professional volunteer may sound like a noble calling, but there are practical considerations. Learn whether you can be a professional volunteer.
How the Dawes Act Stole 90 Million Acres of Native American Land
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An alliance between well-meaning social reformers and land-hungry farmers resulted in a federal act that caused Native Americans to lose millions of acres of land they had once owned.