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What is the definition of insanity?
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We often throw around the word "insanity" for acts that seem to have no rational explanation (like a teacher giving an insanely difficult test). Legally speaking, though, it's actually a narrow term that's very difficult to prove in court.
10 Costly Food Recalls
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Food recalls, whether voluntary or not, cost companies millions. Read our list of the top 10 costliest food recalls.
How Narco States Work
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Narco states are places where illegal drugs are openly traded with governmental approval. Learn all about narco states.
How Thoroughbred Horses Work
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Thoroughbred horses aren't just pretty; they're the end result of centuries of breeding and record-keeping. Learn about the history and purpose of thoroughbred horses at HowStuffWorks.
Are there real-life fight clubs?
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A real-life fight club sounds dubious, but they really exist as outlets for men and women. Read about real-life fight clubs and how they came to be formed.
Is rent to own really cheaper than buying?
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Is rent to own really cheaper than buying? Learn how rent to own works and whether it can ever be a good deal.
Are multivitamins really good for me?
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Multivitamins seem liked they'd have to be good for you. But, how much of a good thing is too much of a good thing? Learn more about multivitamins.
How the Virtual Border Fence Works
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The virtual border fence uses a system of cameras and radar to catch border crossers. Learn about the virtual border fence and border fence technology.
How Car Dashboard Displays Work
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Dashboard displays are about both style and functionality. Learn what dashboard displays tell us and about the dashboard's origins in the carriage days.
What happens to chimps used in medical research?
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Chimpanzee research dates back to the 1920s with Robert Yerkes. Learn what happens in chimpanzee research and why some countries ban the practice.