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How Mayors Work

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Mayors get a lot of exposure and have tons of responsibility. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about mayors.

Can You Match the World Landmark to the Religion?

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You've probably seen pictures of the most famous landmarks in the world hundreds of times, but have you ever wondered what religion some of them represent? From Stonehenge to the Sistine Chapel, try to match the famous landmark to the religion.

How the March on Washington Worked

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The 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom ensured the passage of the Civil Rights Act. But its success was not assured at the beginning.

Pink Tax: 5 Things Women Are Forced to Pay More for Than Men

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Women are charged more than men for tons of everyday items. HowStuffWorks looks at five of the most common products women pay more for and why.

10 Most Long-lived Empires in History

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Which historical empires lasted the longest? Read about the 10 most long-lived empires in history.

How the Tesla Turbine Works

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The Tesla turbine was one of the many inventions of Nikola Tesla, the father of alternating current. Learn more about the Tesla turbine.

How the Lamborghini Gallardo Superleggera Works

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The 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo Superleggera does the 0-60 mph romp in a claimed 3.8 seconds. Read what's under its hood.

How Eye Puzzles Work

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Eye puzzles are optical illusions that, when viewed properly, can reveal hidden images. Learn how eye puzzles work at HowStuffWorks.

10 Spin-off TV Shows That Made It Big

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TV spin-offs can make it big. See the list of 10 spin-off TV shows that were successes, some of which were bigger than the original show.

10 Gadgets That Really Should Be Obsolete By Now

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Today's next big thing is tomorrow's trash, but there are a few gadgets that simply refuse to pass on. Here are 10 we're ready to eulogize.

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