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How Hedge Funds Affect You Even If You Don't Invest in One
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HowStuffWorks looks at what hedge funds are, who invests in them and why are they so risky.
Centuries of Volcano Death Statistics, Newly Analyzed for Your Reading Pleasure
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New research digs into historic volcano fatalities to explore how, where and whom a volcano is most likely to kill.
What Are Dark Matter and Dark Energy?
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Dark matter and dark energy are part of the fabric of the universe. How much do scientists know about dark matter and dark energy?
Lemongrass Is a Prized Herb in Asian Cuisine
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This grassy herb adds a bright, floral kick to many Asian dishes, from curries and soups to stews and teas. It can even be used to repel insects.
Breaking Out: A Dozen Great Escapes
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What do a Jesuit priest, a ladies' man and a group of Union prisoners have in common? They all managed to escape from horrific prisons. Learn how.
A Growing Number of Doctors Take Only Cash, Not Insurance
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It's called the direct primary care model, and doctors who've switched to it say it promises better patient outcomes and less bureaucracy. But not everyone is convinced.
Can You Name the Celebrity Just by Gazing Into Their Eyes?
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Stay focused and keep your peepers open during this quiz. You'll need them to stare longingly into the eyes of today's hottest stars! Will you be able to name them without seeing the rest of their faces?
Are women better politicians?
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Are women better politicians? They're certainly in the minority, but could that actually make women better politicians?
Understanding USB Types and the Flexible USB System
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You can find Universal Serial Bus connectors on just about every PC made today. But when it was introduced, USB was leaps and bounds ahead of the technologies it replaced. What makes this standard so useful?
How Parcheesi Works
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Parcheesi has delighted adults and kids for thousands of years. How can a simple game like Parcheesi be so fun?