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How Hedge Funds Affect You Even If You Don't Invest in One
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HowStuffWorks looks at what hedge funds are, who invests in them and why are they so risky.
Why Xenophobia Thrives in Troubled Times
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Xenophobia, or the fear of immigrants and strangers, has a long history across the globe. What makes this prejudice so prominent throughout history?
Civil Rights Icon Fred Gray Honored With Presidential Medal of Freedom
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Martin Luther King Jr. called him "the chief counsel for the protest movement." Gray represented everyone from Rosa Parks to MLK. Now he's getting the U.S.'s highest civilian honor.
What Is Saliva and How Does It Change the Taste of Food?
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Saliva is not exactly the most appetizing of subjects, but it plays an important role in everything from how food tastes to how it is digested.
How Mummies Work
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They stick around long after death and compete with the likes of Dracula, Frankenstein's monster and the Wolfman as one of the great figures of classic horror movies. Are you brave enough to unravel the history of these real-life, tangible ghosts?
How Reverse Osmosis Works
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How does reverse osmosis work? Find out how a semipermeable membrane can act as a filter for some particles while letting others pass through.
How to Prevent Respiratory Infections
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Respiratory infections like bronchitis and pneumonia mainly dwell in the lungs. Learn how to prevent these illnesses and treat their symptoms.
How SATs Work
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The SAT is explained in this article. Learn about the SAT.
Yin Organs Overview
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In traditional Chinese medicine, the yin organs produce, transform, and store qi, blood, body fluids, and essence. Learn about how yin organs work.
6 Tips for Starting an Old Engine
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Engines were made to run; but if you've ever tried to start an old car that's been sitting unused for a long time, you know that it isn't always as easy as just turning the key.