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17th-century Plague Doctors Were the Stuff of Nightmares
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HowStuffWorks takes the creepy masks off the 17th century plague doctors.
Is Jaywalking Still a Crime?
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The history of jaywalking is probably way more complex than you'd expect. Criminalizing crossing the street has roots in the auto industry, class wars and even racism.
These 6 U.S. States Once Declared Themselves Independent Nations
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Many states (or territories) that are now part of the U.S.A. were once independent, even if not recognized as such by other countries. We'll look at some of them.
Reading the Rails: What Was the Hobo Code?
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Hoboes were a widely displaced brotherhood who illegally hopped trains and journeyed across the country, taking odd jobs wherever they could find them. The hobo code helped them survive.
Lava Isn't the Only Dangerous Aspect of Volcanoes
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Ash flows, deadly gases and vog are just a few of the other reasons why we all need to respect volcanoes.
5 Fall Foods You Can Forage in Your Own Neighborhood
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Foraging is the practice of searching your native environment for edibles - and anybody can do it. Here are five commonly found foraging favorites.
The Spiritual and Emotional Meaning Behind Teardrop Tattoos
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The teardrop tattoo holds a dark secret most people don't know. Discover the shocking prison origins, how its placement changes everything, and why this small ink mark can tell someone's entire life story without saying a word.
Top 10 Things That Women Invented
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By the end of the 20th century, female inventors held 10 percent of all patents, a disparity indicating the hurdles women faced in receiving credit for their ideas. The inventors on this list overcame those obstacles.
How Flavor Tripping Works
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Popping a mysterious berry in your mouth to see what happens is fun, but few know how flavor tripping works. Learn how flavor tripping works here.
How Addiction Works: Exploring Substance Use Disorders
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Addiction to substances, such as drugs and alcohol, have ruined the lives of people all over the world. Read about current views and ideas on addiction.