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What Was So Lucky About Mafia Boss Charles 'Lucky' Luciano?

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The gangster most known for facilitating the creation of the modern American Mafia, he was the head of organized crime in New York City in the 1930s.

How Chinese Checkers Works

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Chinese checkers is a fun board game for up to six players that is fun for all ages. Learn how the game of Chinese checkers works at HowStuffWorks.

What Are the World's Smartest Pets and Animals?

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If you think dog and cats are the world's smartest pets, you're right. But there are others too. Which smart animals top the list?

How Astrolabes Work

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Astrolabes are exquisitely crafted instruments that have hundreds of uses. Isn't it time you learned how to use this handy decoder of the sky?

Why Do Music and Art Move Us?

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Music and art often elicit strong emotions in an audience. Learn why music and art move us.

Two Truths and a Lie: British Traditions Edition

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Liar, liar, pants on fire! We're really full it during this quiz! Can we pull the wool over your eyes about British traditions, or are you as good as a polygraph? Give it your best shot, and see if you can spot the whopper.

Study Says 2035 Is Climate Change Point of No Return

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After 2035 it will be extremely unlikely we can stop Earth's temperature from rising enough to kick off a dangerous medley of global disasters.

Five Times Young People Changed the World

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Teenagers may be young, but they are also determined, and they can spark change. HowStuffWorks looks at five times teens changed the world.

6 Ways Reading a Book Beats Reading Digitally, Hands Down

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Getting lost in a book is one of life's greatest pleasures, but is a digital book just as pleasurable as a paper book? And which format is the best for learning?

The Secret Life of Fudge

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Oh, fudge, that wonderful candy with a rich, deep flavor and thick texture. Check out this article all about fudge and fudge facts.

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