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How Protests Work
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Protests can take many forms like boycotts and allow us to air our grievances. Learn about protests, like those behind Vietnam and Tianamen Square.
10 Tips to Get You Through a Trip to the ER
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An ER visit is sometimes needed when accidents happen or a severe illness strikes. View these 10 tips to help you get through your ER visit.
Is the FBI reading my e-mail?
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When the FBI announced two years ago that it no was longer using its Carnivore Internet surveillance software, it seemed like a victory. Find out why the techniques employed in the new ISP-based surveillance approach may be even more evasive.
8 Groovy Fads of the 1960s
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The 1960s were a groovy time, with fads like the lava lamp and go-go boots making their debut. Find out what the grooviest crazes of the 60s were.
Could Thorium Power the Next Generation of Nuclear Reactors?
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Thorium is in many ways safer than uranium for nuclear power production. But is it safe enough to bet on for our energy future?
Why Aren't Modern Suburbs Built on a Walkable Grid?
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You might be surprised to learn that the twists and turns of streets in the suburbs date all the way to the Industrial Revolution.
Can You Remove Your Personal Info From People-Finder Websites?
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Websites like Spokeo, PeopleFinder and Intelius collect reams of data on you, your relatives, court records and other personal information. But getting it removed isn't so easy.
The Fierce Fashion History Quiz
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Dress has always been used as both a statement of belonging and individuality. But what were some of the earliest "fashions?" Journey through fashion history with this quiz at HowStuffWorks.
Sunda Tiger: A Critically Endangered Subspecies in Sumatra
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The Sunda tiger, also known as the Sumatran tiger (Panthera tigris sumatrae), is a striking species that can be found on Sumatra, an island in Indonesia. This tiger subspecies is the smallest among all living tiger species and is uniquely adapted to its tropical rainforest habitat.
Are There Any Trillionaires? Not Yet, But We'll See One Soon
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A trillion dollars is a phenomenal sum of money, equivalent to 1,000 billion dollars. It's a figure so large it's almost unthinkable, yet we find ourselves wondering: Are there any trillionaires? According to Oxfam International, the world's first trillionaire is predicted to emerge within the next decade.