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Scurvy: The Scourge of the High Seas Remains at Large Today
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HowStuffworks looks at the symptoms and treatment of scurvy and why it was so associated with sailors and pirates.
How Much Do You Know about United States Currency?
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United States currency is the most powerful on Earth, mostly thanks to the strength of the country's economy. How much do you know about American currency?
Can You Pass This Baby Boomer Trivia Quiz?
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They're the generation that gets down to business, but they also know how to have a good time! Think you know all about them? Take the quiz to see if you do!
Can You Pass This Mexican History Quiz?
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Mexico is a colorful nation with a complicated and violent history. The region has seen the rise and fall of empires and political dynasties spanning centuries. What do you really know about Mexican history?
What Does the ICC Putin Arrest Warrant Actually Mean?
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The arrest warrant issued today for Russian President Vladimir Putin will not guarantee his arrest and it will not bring the children home, but it's a start.
What Is Morse Code? How It Works and Still Lives On
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The heyday for Morse code is primarily over, but this communication method using dots and dashes still has its place in our digital world.
The Surprising (and Backward) Evolution of Swear Words
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Swear words don't always go from taboo to acceptable. Sometimes it goes the other way. Learn why at HowStuff Works Now.
The Singularity by 2045, Plus 6 Other Ray Kurzweil Predictions
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Ray Kurzweil predicts that the singularity (artificial intelligence surpassing human intelligence) will happen by 2045. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
How Much Butter Is in Peanut Butter?
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Aaaah ... peanut butter. For some, it's a staple food. But how much butter is there in a tablespoon of the stuff?
How Profiling Works
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As the stars of true-crime documentaries and TV series, criminal profilers have one of the best-known law enforcement jobs in the world. Learn the basics of profiling.