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How Famine Works
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Famine might bring to mind historical tragedies or modern media coverage of tiny children with swollen bellies. But how does the unimaginable -- a widespread loss of food -- actually happen?
Who Keeps the Ring if the Engagement Ends in a Breakup?
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As many as one in five engagements end before the couples ever marry. So who walks away with the engagement ring when nobody walks down the aisle?
How Cremation Works
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First, you burn the body until only brittle, pulverized bones are left. These remains are pulverized into ashes, and then placed into urns -- or diamonds, coral reefs and even outer space.
5 False Stereotypes About Baby Boomers
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These false stereotypes about baby boomers help clarify what this generation is really all about. See false stereotypes about baby boomers to learn more.
London Bridge Has Never Fallen Down, But It Keeps Getting Rebuilt
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Despite what the nursery rhyme says, London Bridge is not falling down - and never really has. But the bridge that spans the Thames has been rebuilt again and again for two millennia.
Why Do We Find Waiting on Hold So Irritating?
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'Your call is very important to us...' Uh, really? Then why are you still on hold? HowStuffWorks looks at the art and science of being put on hold.
Why 'Shrinkflation' Has You Paying More for Less
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It's not your imagination - companies are shrinking the sizes of their products while charging the same or even more. Here's why.
1947-1948 Isotta Fraschini 8C Monterosa
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The 1947-1948 Isotta Fraschini 8C Monterosa marked a return to auto-making for the revered company. Read why and see photos of this stunning classic.
Top 10 Groceries Americans Buy
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What kind of groceries are Americans always shopping for? Read about the top 10 groceries Americans buy.
Can You Name the Top Cars of the '80s?
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The '80s was a decade known for some of the most incredible cars in automotive history and some of the worst as well. No decade's perfect! Think you know your '80s cars? Take the quiz and see!