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10 Last-minute Stays of Execution
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Most people sentenced to death in the U.S. get at least one stay of execution. In one case, the stay came a minute too late because of a misdialed phone number. Here are 10 of the most unusual cases.
In Honor of Martin Luther King Jr.
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The national American holiday honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. falls on the third Monday in January. Learn about the life and work of this legendary civil rights activist.
How Super PACs Work
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Super PACs are a controversial new development in the United States system of elections and campaign finance. Read about the development and influence of Super PACs at HowStuffWorks.
How Dealing With Debt Collectors Works
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Dealing with debt collectors is a common -- and sometimes scary -- experience. Read on to find out how to begin dealing with debt collectors.
Can You Get More Questions Correct Than the Prime Minister of Canada?
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The prime minister has to know a whole lot of facts about the country. Often there are facts that even citizens of the country might not know. Do you think you can prove this wrong? Then let's see how well you know Canada!
How Hardship Exemption Works
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The Affordable Care Act requires health care coverage, or does it? Learn more about health care hardship exemptions at HowStuffWorks.
Understanding the Health Care Exemption Form
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The Affordable Care Act has a mandate that everyone have health insurance or pay up. Learn about the health care exemption form at HowStuffWorks.
How Subprime Mortgages Work
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Subprime mortgages have allowed people with shaky credit to buy houses. Learn more about subprime mortgages and how to get a subprime mortgage.
How WIC Works
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What is WIC? Read about the Women, Infants and Children program and how WIC helps needy families get the nutrition they need.
How Do the 5 U.S. Territories Differ From the 50 States?
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The United States still has five permanently populated territories. The 3.5 million residents are denied many of the same rights as mainland U.S. citizens. They want this to change.