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Ridiculous History: Bears, Raccoons — and Alligators? — in the White House
Rebecca the Raccoon. Josiah the Badger. Many U.S. presidents have had pets, but they haven't all been cats and dogs. Learn more at HowStuffWorks Now.
Why Hasn't There Been Another Constitutional Convention?
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The first and only Constitutional Convention was held in Philadelphia in 1787. HowStuffWorks NOW looks into why there haven't been others.
Think the Founding Fathers Were a Bunch of Old Men? Think Again
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We see them in paintings of the day as a congregation of arthritic old men, drily deciding the terms of the new republic when, in actuality, some were as young as 26.
Arlington National Cemetery Is Running Out of Space
Arlington National Cemetery is running low on space. HowStuffWorks looks at the iconic cemetery and what it takes to get in.
All About the Humane Society Fund
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The Humane Society does more than help shelters care for animals. Learn more about Humane Society programs and how the Humane Society helps animals.
Top 10 American Political Dynasties
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American political dynasties include the Rockefellers and the Bushes. What are 10 of the most successful political dynasties?
The Rise and Fall of the Oregon Trail
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Hundreds of thousands of emigrants traveled the 2,170-mile Oregon Trail. HowStuffWorks looks at what they endured in their search of a better life.
Can the President Cut Federal Funding to Schools for Not Reopening?
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President Trump is threatening to pull funding from public schools that don't open due to coronavirus. Can he even do that?
Black Hair Care Made Madam C.J. Walker America's First Self-made Female Millionaire
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Madam C.J. Walker made her mark helping Black women feel pretty. And beauty products made her the first self-made female millionaire in the U.S.
How White-collar Crime Works
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White-collar crime typically involves fraud and other nonviolent crimes. Learn more about white-collar crime.