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What Was the Christmas Truce?

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The Christmas Truce stands as a point of sanity in an otherwise chaotic environment in World War I. Find out what the Christmas Truce was and how it worked.

Are taxes socialist?

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Are taxes socialist? Read about what it means to be socialist and whether or not taxes fit the description.

Will eating collagen keep you young?

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Eating collagen might not sound very appetizing, but will it prevent wrinkles? Find out if eating collagen will keep you young.

COVID-19 or Not, Many Port Cities Want to Ban Cruise Ships

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Cities across the globe are banning or limiting cruise ship traffic, while critics are challenging the resulting loss of revenue. Why do cities want them gone and is there a way to make everyone happy?

Incredible History: When WWII POWs Held an Olympics in a Nazi Camp

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For the Polish military officers allowed to participate, the games were a celebration of humanity during a time of death and destruction. But these games demonstrate - to this day - the awesome healing power of sports.

How Soccer Powerhouse FC Barcelona Became a Symbol of Catalan Pride

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HowStuffWorks looks at FC Barcelona, whose motto 'More than a club' symbolizes its allegiance to the Catalan cause.

All Dolled Up: The Barbie Quiz

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Much more than a simple toy, Barbie is the inspirational career woman who teaches girls they can do anything - while showing off a figure that's pure fantasy. Take our quiz to test your knowledge of Barbie's history, triumphs and controversies.

How Hitler's Blitzkrieg Tactic Shocked the Allies in WWII

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The Blitzkrieg shocked the world: How could an army defeat its enemy so quickly and no one could counter it? Luckily the Allies cracked the code.

How Does Laissez-Faire Economics Really Work?

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What does laissez-faire economics really mean, and how does it work? What did Adam Smith mean when he coined the phrase? HowStuffWorks investigates.

How Onesimus, a Slave in Colonial Boston, Helped Stop a Smallpox Epidemic

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Onesimus, a slave in Boston, taught the process known as variolation. HowStuffWorks looks at how he saved countless lives.

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