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Why are fishermen superstitious of bananas?

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Fishing superstition says that bananas and suitcases are bad luck for boats. Learn where fishing superstitions came from and why they're still around.

Do special interest groups hurt candidates?

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Special interest groups are defined as groups of people that share a common interest. Find out if special interest groups can hurt a candidate for office.

Where did the traditional anniversary gifts come from?

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There are different anniversary gifts that are traditional for each year of marriage. Read about the traditional anniversary gifts at HowStuffWorks.

What rules do charities have to follow?

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What rules do charities have to follow? Visit HowStuffWorks to learn what rules charities have to follow.

Can You Use Your Phone on a Plane? Furthermore, Should You?

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What's the real reason you can't make a phone call during a flight? Is there really any interference between the aircraft equipment and your cellphone signal?

Noncompete Agreements Target Janitors as Well as VPs, But Why?

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It's not just people on the top. Even janitors and home health aides are often asked to sign noncompete agreements. Will a company really sue you if you break one?

Senate Write-in Candidates Rarely Win, But It Has Happened

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Just two write-in candidates have been elected to the Senate. How likely could another write-in candidate's chances be? Find out at HowStuffWorks.

Peyote Is Endangered, Spiritually Sacred and Becoming Legal

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Long-banned in the U.S., except for religious purposes, peyote is starting to be decriminalized in some cities. But is that a good thing for this endangered plant?

How Well Do You Know the US Government?

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The US government is one of the largest and most influential on earth, but most Americans don't understand how it works. Put your government know-how to the test with this HowStuffWorks quiz!

The Sacred History of 'Mormon Underwear'

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Most observant Mormons wear special underwear they call temple garments as a reminder of their faith. What are the rules around wearing it? And must they always wear it?

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