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Defining 'Suspicious Behavior' Without Bias Is Harder Than You Think
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HowStuffWorks explores why it's so hard for the public to determine suspicious behavior and what can be done to improve that.
A Quick and Dirty History of Spring Break
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How did spring break become a booze-fueled rite of passage for American college students? Can we blame this one on the ancient Greeks?
What's the Difference Between Manta Rays and Stingrays?
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These two sea creatures can be easy to confuse. But they're actually quite different. We talked to experts to find out how to tell them apart.
STUG: When Grief Hits Like a Bolt Out of the Blue
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A sudden (or subsequent) temporary upsurge of grief, or STUG, can knock you off your feet and leave you in a puddle, but being aware of it can lessen its power.
Why Is Populism So Popular Again?
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Populism is a political philosophy that divides society by splitting it into two opposing factions: the people and the elite. So who benefits from that?
Why Do Colleges Hand Out Honorary Degrees?
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The very first honorary degree on record was a brazen attempt to score points with a wealthy and politically connected bishop in 1478. Not much has changed since then.
Does Paying People to Relocate to a State Work?
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HowStuffWorks looks at whether student loan forgiveness and other incentives encourage people to move or remain in a state.
From Enslaved Woman to Millionaire: The Biddy Mason Story
Biddy Mason's owner nearly tricked her out of freedom but the cavalry rode to her rescue. She later became a self-made millionaire who helped others.
Could Waterbeds Ever Make a Comeback?
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Once a staple of homes in the 1970s and '80s, waterbeds have gone the way of the dinosaur. HowStuffWorks finds out if these beds will ever come back.
Can Inactive Ingredients in Medicine Be Harmful?
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Inactive ingredients can be just as important as active ingredients. HowStuffWorks takes a look at the difference.