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How Offshore Drilling Works
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Offshore drilling means combing Earth for new underwater oil reserves. Learn more about offshore drilling and finding oil in the midst of rough seas.
How Income Taxes Work
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If you've ever filled out a 1040, you know the U.S. tax system and the agency that keeps it going are complex and mystifying entities. Get the lowdown on this essential piece of the U.S. government.
How the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Works
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The FDIC insures all the money you put into the bank up to $250,000. Learn how the FDIC works in this article from HowStuffWorks.
Are Money and Religion More Similar Than We Realize?
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Stuff They Don't Want You To Know looks at what ties religion and money so closely together.
How Credit Unions Work
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Credit unions are not-for-profit institutions that are owned by their account holders. Learn about credit unions and credit union services.
10 Unique Careers You Won't Believe Exist
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'So, what do you do?' 'I'm a tampon tester.' How's that for cocktail conversation? Let HowStuffWorks help you find your new, unique career.
How the Rolling Jubilee Works
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Do you know How the Rolling Jubilee Works? Keep reading to learn about How the Rolling Jubilee Works, an offshoot project of Occupy Wall Street.
How Subprime Mortgages Work
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Subprime mortgages have allowed people with shaky credit to buy houses. Learn more about subprime mortgages and how to get a subprime mortgage.
Can You Answer All of These Questions About Law Enforcement?
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From peacekeeping and problem solving to maintaining law and order, the duties of law enforcement officials are as varied as they are tough. Whether you've served as a police officer or have simply watched a lot of "Cops," we challenge you to answer these questions about law enforcement!
Are Elderly Criminals Punished Differently Than Younger Offenders?
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Judges usually can take age into consideration when sentencing an older person convicted of a crime. HowStuffWorks looks what the law says.