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10 Tax Deductions for Home Improvements
Although you can't write off home improvements on your taxes, there are several ways you can get tax breaks for home renovations.
10 of the Bloodiest Battles of World War II
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The war that began with German dictator Adolf Hitler's rise to power led to more than 50 million combatant and civilian deaths. Which 10 battles during the World War II were the costliest?
Suicide Afflicts Farmers at Rate Shockingly Higher Than All Other Jobs
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How does suicide afflict farmers more than other professions? Learn more about farmers and mental health in this HowStuffWorks article.
Is Your Pup One of the 10 Smartest Dog Breeds?
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The smartest dog breeds are the ones that easily learn to be obedient to humans. From herding to therapy to search and rescue, these pups work (and train) hard.
How No-fly Zones Work
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No-fly zones are employed by NATO and the United Nations to protect civilian populations. Learn about the enforcement and effectiveness of no-fly zones.
Why was Britain's Defence Ministry testing psychic powers?
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A report declassified in late February 2007 under the UK's Freedom of Information Act reveals that Britain's Ministry of Defence has been testing psychics. Find out why.
Mary Edwards Walker: Civil War Surgeon and the Only Female Medal of Honor Recipient
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We'll be blunt: Mary Edwards deserves mad respect. She was a feminist and abolitionist; the first female Civil War surgeon in the U.S. Army; and a Civil War POW. Plus she wore pants!
Grave Matters: Why Are Caskets So Expensive?
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You may experience sticker shock at the funeral home when you see the price of caskets. Why do they cost so much and is there anything you can do about the price?
The D-Day Invasion: January 1944-July 1944
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This World War II timeline highlights key events from January 1944 through July 1944. Follow the events of World War II, including the D-Day invasion.
How to Volunteer for the YMCA
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It's easy to volunteer at the YMCA and there are many ways you can help. Read about volunteering with the YMCA in this article.