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Why did brothers fight on opposite sides of the Civil War?

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Brother against brother was a motif of the Civil War as families were divided -- even Sen. John J. Crittenden's. Read about brother against brother in the war.

How to Get a Business License

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Do you know how to get a business license? Find out how to get a business license in this article from HowStuffWorks.

What is a smart card?

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What is a "smart card"? Learn how an embedded microprocessor in a smart card can authenticate your computer usage and data. Learn about smart cards.

How White America Tried to Eliminate Chinese Restaurants in the Early 1900s

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In the early 20th century, the white establishment considered Chinese restaurants a threat. HowStuffWorks explains the war on Chinese restaurants.

8 Countries That Changed Their Names and Why

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Look at any vintage map and you'll see how a country's borders shift. But what reason would a country have for changing its name?

5 Countries That Ditched Their Military Forces

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As Benjamin Franklin once quipped: "There never was a good war or a bad peace." That's why these five countries have gotten out of the military business entirely.

How Medical Marijuana Works

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Medical marijuana is hailed by some but demonized by others. What's the truth about medical marijuana? Learn about the medical uses of cannabis.

10 Essential Supreme Court Cases of Ruth Bader Ginsburg

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Ruth Bader Ginsburg was a huge force on the Supreme Court. HowStuffWorks looks at the mark she left in her 27 years on the highest court.

How Private Investigators Work

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Thanks to popular culture, many people have a clear mental image of the stereotypical private investigator. Find out whether the stereotypes about private investigators are true.

Is cyberwar coming?

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Cyberwar may be on the horizon as hackers target whole countries with online attacks. Find out more about the possibility of upcoming cyberwar.

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