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How Lame Is a Lame-duck President?
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A lame-duck president is one that has lost a recent election, or is no longer eligible to serve. Find out how lame a lame-duck president is in this article.
Why are most mass murderers men?
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For decades, most mass shootings in America have been carried out by males. Is mass murder a primarily male phenomenon? Find out at HowStuffWorks.
How Punk Works
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HowStuffWorks explores the story behind how punk music and cultural movement spanned the globe, becoming way more than just sound and a mohawk.
How Protests Work
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Protests can take many forms like boycotts and allow us to air our grievances. Learn about protests, like those behind Vietnam and Tianamen Square.
Why Some Cultures Require Women to Wear Veils
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Burqas are commonly associated with repression and religious extremism. But to many people, the veil is a sign of modesty and piety, as well as a badge of honor. What is the true meaning of the veil?
13 Examples of Good and Bad Manners Around the World
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What may elicit a thumbs up from Miss Manners in the U.S. may not elsewhere in the world. Learn 13 examples of good and bad manners around the world.
What Did Abraham Lincoln Invent?
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Well before becoming the 16th president of the United States, the young Abraham Lincoln was known for his interest in engineering and mechanics. What patent does Lincoln hold, and was his invention ever made?
What % Southern Gentleman Are You?
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Could you give Rhett Butler a run for his money, or are you more of a Kid Rock kind of guy? Find out whether your manners are up to Southern standardsâ - take this quiz!
Sorry, Not Sorry: When Apologizing Makes Things Worse
Adding the word 'sorry' to a rejection just makes it worse, says a new study. HowStuffWorks explains why.
10 Netflix Anime Series You'll Only Find in One Place
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While not known for their anime, award-winning Netflix shows and movies have become fairly popular worldwide. But this powerhouse of feature films, documentaries, TV and other bingea-ble content wasn't going to sleep on anime, and they have slowly been building a catalogue.