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How Lawsuits Work
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Lawsuits are a common part of life these days. Learn about civil vs. criminal lawsuits, steps to filing lawsuits, settling lawsuits out of court and the trial process and lingo.
10 Famous Mothers
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Famous moms are everywhere these days. Every website and tabloid showcases the babies of celebrities. But the 10 mothers we're featuring were world-changers as well.
181 Slang Words by Decade: From 'Scram' to 'Slaps'
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Popular slang terms come and go - and sometimes come back again. Here are some of the most popular slang words of the last 100 years, decade by decade.
How Generation Gaps Work
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Generation gaps are usually harmless, but they can do some damage in the workplace. Read about the ups and downs of generation gaps at HowStuffWorks.
10 Abortion-friendly States in a Post-Roe v. Wade Nation
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Abortion-friendly states are where abortion access is protected by law after the Supreme Court overturned Roe.
How Disco Works
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How did disco get to be so popular? Learn all about disco at HowStuffWorks.
10 Advancements in Environmental Engineering
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Environmental engineering existed long before it had a name. It began at the dawn of civilization when we started changing our surroundings to meet our needs.
10 Most Famous Nurses in History
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Do you know some of the most famous nurses in history? Take a look at 10 of the most famous nurses in history that pioneered the modern nursing field.
How the Patriot Act Works
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The Patriot Act was created to strengthen domestic security and prevent terrorism. Learn about the Patriot Act and find out why the Patriot Act is controversial.
Gemstone Identification Quiz
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Gemstones can tell us so much about ourselves. But what will your knowledge of them say about you? Test it right here, with this quiz.