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Gertrude Bell Was Victorian England's 'Female Lawrence of Arabia'

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An intrepid world traveler, skilled mountaineer and noted archaeologist, Gertrude Bell broke all the rules at a time when women lived under the oppressive thumb of Victorian-era England.

What Was So Lucky About Mafia Boss Charles 'Lucky' Luciano?

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The gangster most known for facilitating the creation of the modern American Mafia, he was the head of organized crime in New York City in the 1930s.

How the African Diamond Trade Works

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Blood diamonds in Africa are sold illegally to fund civil wars and terrorism. Find out about blood diamonds in Africa and the African diamond trade.

How Social Security Works

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Social Security pays benefits to retired and disabled Americans. Learn how the Social Security system works and why some say Social Security is bankrupt.

How PLUS Loans Work

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PLUS loans are federally subsidized loans taken out by parents of college students. Learn more about PLUS loans in this article from HowStuffWorks.

How the Census Works

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The U.S. census is a huge project bent on counting every U.S. resident. Find out about the changes for the 2020 census with HowStuffWorks.

Can the President Cut Federal Funding to Schools for Not Reopening?

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President Trump is threatening to pull funding from public schools that don't open due to coronavirus. Can he even do that?

Who Owns the $17 Billion San Jose Loot?

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Who gets to claim sunken treasure as their own? HowStuffWorks looks at the case of the San Jose.

What Is Royalty Income and How Is It Taxed?

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Creative work can make money over time in the form of royalties. But, royalty income is taxed as well, even if it's from a side job for the taxpayer.

How does bankruptcy affect your tax return?

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Filing bankruptcy leads to a mountain of paperwork, but how are your taxes impacted? Learn more about how bankruptcy affects taxes at HowStuffWorks.

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