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How Google Works

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Google launched on Sept. 4, 1998. HowStuffWorks looks at how it's evolved from a two-man enterprise into a multibillion-dollar corporation.

How Google Books Works

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Google Books aims to spread knowledge by scanning books and putting them online. See how Google Books works and the controversy surrounding Google Books.

The Mystique of the Lucky Horseshoe: History and Beliefs

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Lucky horseshoes are meant to bring good fortune. But which way are you supposed to hang it, and why are there seven holes in a horseshoe? Read on to find out.

What Country Should You Actually Live In?

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There are nearly 200 countries to choose from, but only one that suits you culturally, economically, and perhaps even romantically. Let's find it!

The World Wide Web Turns 30!

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The World Wide Web turns 30. HowStuffWorks looks at its humble beginnings.

How did ancient civilizations use sundials to tell time?

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Ancient sundials first popped up in Egypt around 1500 B.C. Learn how these sundials came about and what they were used for all those centuries ago.

5 Strangest Political Parties

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What are the strangest political parties that have popped up during a presidential election? Learn about 5 of the strangest political parties.

Is Santeria Considered Witchcraft? A Deep Dive into the Tradition

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Is Santeria witchcraft? Discover the origins, rituals, and cultural significance of Santeria, and why it's often misunderstood as witchcraft.

How Think Tanks Work

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Think tanks reign as the place where scholars, policy makers and other folks work to find solutions to public problems. Learn more about think tanks.

15 Longest-running Anime Series With 1,000 Episodes Each

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Long-running shows are something of a mixed proposition, and anime is no exception. It can be intimidating to try and catch up with a show that's several decades into its run, with hundreds — or even thousands! — of episodes already released.

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