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How New Religions Take Root
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World religions are a mixed bag of beliefs and superstitions. HowStuffWorks looks at how they are formed.
The Misunderstood Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
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HowStuffWorks looks at Martin Luther King's legacy and how his approval ratings changed over the decades.
The Mysterious Skeletons in Ben Franklin's Basement
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Human bones were found in the basement of Benjamin Franklin's London home. Lots of human bones. Was one of America's most venerated Founding Fathers a criminal of the worst kind?
The Bootstrap Myth: Climbing the Economic Ladder Takes More Than Hard Work
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Succeeding in the U.S. isn't just about effort. Learn how the 'bootstrap myth' oversimplifies economic mobility at HowStuffWorks Now.
Black Loyalists Fought for Their Freedom During the American Revolution
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During America's War for Independence, the British promised enslaved Africans their freedom if they'd join their side. Thousands signed up. What happened next?
Petrified Wood: A Journey From Tree to Stone
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Petrified wood can be found all over the world, but how is it created?
How Hot Is the Sun? Colder, the Closer You Get!
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How hot is the sun, and why does this star's atmosphere hit higher temperatures than its core? Read on to learn about the weird physics.
How Matcha Went From Ancient Ceremonial Tea to Health Drink Du Jour
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Matcha tea has roots in Zen Buddhism and Japanese tea ceremonies. So how did this ancient tea end up on the menus of hip tea houses and Dunkin' Donuts?
How Long Does the Once-dimming Star Betelgeuse Have Left?
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Star-gazers gasped when they saw how much Betelgeuse dimmed in 2019 and the reason wasn't clear. Even though it's back up to full strength, how long will it be before it explodes? We haven't seen a supernova in over 400 years.
Bison Roundup Evokes Images of the Wild West
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The annual bison roundup in South Dakota's Custer State Park is a spectacle full of cowboys, horses and of course wild buffalo, all set against the backdrop of the rolling Black Hills. It's also about as Americana as you can get.