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Are zoos good or bad for animals?
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Are zoos good or bad? You might have asked this while visiting your local wildlife hangout. Learn why zoos are good or bad, depending on perspective.
How did the East India Company change the world?
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The British East India Company established major precedents for corporations. Read about Queen Elizabeth's East India Company's ruthless quest for profit.
How Sarcasm Works
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Sarcasm is a way of speaking in which what is said is the opposite of what is meant. Learn about sarcasm and find out why sarcasm is a lower form of irony.
How Thanksgiving Works
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Today, many associate the holiday less with pilgrims and American Indians and more with football and turkey. What's the real story of Thanksgivig Day?
How Acid Rain Works
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Acid rain is caused by emissions of sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides from power plants, cars and factories. Find out how acid rain is produced.
Caring for Bromeliads
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Bromeliads vary greatly in size, shape, color, distribution, and ease of growth. Learn about their characteristics and how to care for these plants.
How Ghost Busters Work
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'Ghostbusters,' the movie, was fiction, but paranormal investigators really do exist. Learn how real-life ghost busters differ from Hollywood's version.
How Monopoly Works
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Monopoly is one of the world's most popular board games with a storied history. But how do you even win this long game of monopolizing money?
10 Traditional Cakes from Around the World
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These traditional cakes from around the world will get your taste buds craving something sweet. Check out 10 traditional cakes from around the world.
How Generation Gaps Work
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Generation gaps are usually harmless, but they can do some damage in the workplace. Read about the ups and downs of generation gaps at HowStuffWorks.