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10 Scapegoats Still in the Crosshairs
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Scapegoating lets us blame others instead of accepting the consequences of our actions. Ready to meet some of the world's most famous scapegoats?
How Electroconvulsive Therapy Works
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Most of us don't intuitively classify electroshocks as therapeutic, but this 1950s-era treatment has changed a lot since it was first introduced. When and why do mental health experts now turn to it?
5 Countries That Ditched Their Military Forces
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As Benjamin Franklin once quipped: "There never was a good war or a bad peace." That's why these five countries have gotten out of the military business entirely.
How the Space Launch System Will Work
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Have you met the driving force behind the U.S. space program for the foreseeable future? Take a second to get acquainted with the proposed blasting behemoth.
How Deprogramming Works
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Did the controversial practice of cult deprogramming do more harm than good? Learn about deprogramming at HowStuffWorks.
Can You Name These '80s Action Movies?
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Action movie fans, are you ready for this challenge? The 1980s was definitely a great decade for action, don't you think? Correctly identify these truly unforgettable '80s action flicks and hey, we'll definitely salute you!
Can You Guess These Iconic TV Shows From The 50s And 60s?
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There is nothing more wholesome than a TV show from the 50s & 60s. From variety shows to family comedies, TV programming was meant for the whole family. Take this quiz to see if you can identify these iconic TV shows from a single image!
Can You Identify These '70s and '80s TV Shows?
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Television in the 1970s and 1980s is known for fun and quirky sitcoms, as well as the introduction to the crime drama that today's generation is obsessed with. How many of these great TV shows from the '70s and '80s can you identify from a single image? Take this quiz to find out!
How Well Do You Remember These 90's Rom-Coms?
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The nineties were a couple of decades ago but people still remember some of the biggest trends of that time. Prove to us that you knew what went on movie-wise in this '90s rom-com quiz!
How the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Works
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The California Air Resources Board regulates air quality in the state of California. Find out more about the California Air Resources Board in this article.