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Were Witches Really Burned at the Stake in Salem?
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The infamous Salem witch trials show what mass hysteria can do. But were those falsely accused witches really burned at the stake?
Do police really have speeding ticket quotas?
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It seems that the police have speeding ticket quotas when you're the one getting pulled over. Find out if speeding ticket quotas actually exist.
10 Mad Royals in History
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Insanity on the throne was more common than you might think. Here are 10 of the maddest royals in history.
10 Bizarre Moments in Presidential Elections
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Historically, presidential elections have been fraught with strange twists. Learn about 10 bizarre moments in presidential elections at HowStuffWorks.
How Automotive Recalls Work
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Automotive recalls help to fix problems with cars and keep our roads safer. Learn more about automotive recalls in this article from HowStuffWorks.
Racketeering Isn't Just a Crime for Mobsters
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Racketeering didn't exist as a crime before 1970. So what is it and why was the Mafia instrumental in its creation?
A 'Tree That Owns Itself' Grows in Athens, Georgia
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A massive white oak in Athens, Georgia has many wondering whether a tree can even have legal rights. HowStuffWorks talked to experts to find out.
Can You Pass This American General Knowledge Quiz?
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The Declaration of Independence may have created the United States of America. However, U.S. history consists of more than the Founding Fathers. Find out if you need to retake a U.S. History class with this quiz!
Can You Identify These NBA Legends With the Most Points per Game in a Single Season?
The top five single-season scorers in NBA history are Wilt Chamberlain, Wilt Chamberlain, Wilt Chamberlain, Wilt Chamberlain and Wilt Chamberlain. It's one of the most exclusive lists in sports. Do you know who else is on it?
NXIVM Cult Allegations: Racketeering, Sex Trafficking and Fraud
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A racketeering conspiracy, sex cult allegations, financial crimes and fraud? Anyone familiar with the first season of the investigative podcast series "Escaping NXIVM" will know that all of these crimes were committed by one group that rose and fell within roughly two decadesm between 1998 and 2021.