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Who's Watching the Adults? Facing Old Age Without Children
A report showed that 20 percent of U.S. women born after 1970 don't have children. HowStuffWorks Now looks at who will provide elder care.
What Is a Shaman and Can Anyone Become One?
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The practice of shamanism has mystical and spiritual connotations, but it's not tied to any specific religion or creed. So, what exactly is shamanism?
Is Sapiosexuality a Real Thing?
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Does sapiosexuality really exist? HowStuffWorks raises an eyebrow and takes a look.
How Many Millionaires Are in the U.S.? More Than Any Other Country
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As of 2024, the number of millionaires in the U.S. was around 23.8 million. That means roughly 1 in 15 people in the U.S. has a net worth of at least seven figures. This number includes not just tycoons but also people who have slowly built wealth through investing, homeownership, and disciplined saving.
Reactive Depression
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Reactive depression can be devastating no matter what triggers it. But how is reactive -- or situational -- depression different from clinical depression?
How the Fed Works
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Think the U.S. economy works only by supply and demand? Not so. If you own a house, have a bank account or write checks, the Federal Reserve System affects your everyday life. Find out all about the Fed.
Are Mules, Burros and Jackasses All Donkeys?
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Are these strong and dependable animals all the same? If so, why the different names? If not, what makes them different?
Why July's Full Moon Is Known as the Buck Moon
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And this month's buck moon is extra-special because it is a supermoon!
Why August's Moon Is Known as the Sturgeon Moon
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The August 2023 full moon is known as the sturgeon moon. This year, it's also a supermoon and will be followed by a blue moon at the end of the month!
Chicken vs. Hen Confusion Is Common but the Difference Matters
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In casual conversation, people often use "chicken" and "hen" interchangeably — but they’re not quite the same. A quick chicken vs. hen comparison clarifies distinctions based on age, sex, and role in poultry farming, meat production, and egg laying.