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Paintings by Camille Pissarro

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Camille Pissarro, one of the original Impressionists, was know for his plein air technique. Read about the life and paintings of Camille Pissarro.

How Political Conventions Work

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In an election year, political conventions take over the U.S. media for days, with political-party platforms and propaganda. But what real purpose do the conventions serve?

How Kwanzaa Works

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The holiday of Kwanzaa is a time to honor African traditions. It lasts seven days, uses seven symbols and sets forth seven ideals. How is it celebrated?

How EVP Works

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EVP is the recording of sounds and voices onto tapes and other electronic devices. Find out what EVP is and learn how EVP is recorded and analyzed.

How Spontaneous Human Combustion Works

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Ever heard of a person going up in flames for no reason at all? Find out what spontaneous human combustion means.

What Countries Use the Imperial System?

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Most of the world uses the metric system for everyday measurements, but only three countries in the world use the imperial system as their official system of measurement.

How Flappers Worked

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How did flappers come about? Read about flappers at HowStuffWorks.

How Faraday Cages Work

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Thanks to the Faraday cage, we can control electricity and make it safer for our computers, cars and other inventions.

What If America Had Lost the Revolution?

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If the colonists hadn't eked out a victory against the mighty British Empire, what would have been their fate? Would leaders like George Washington and Thomas Jefferson have been executed?

What is BigLaw, and why is it in danger?

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BigLaw represents the pinnacle of the field, but new law school grads are finding it harder to reach. Learn what went wrong with BigLaw.

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