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How Midterm Elections Work
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Midterm elections in the U.S. don't get the public excited the way presidential elections do. But there's a lot at stake, actually, during these contests. Why do midterms exist, anyway?
How Webcams Work
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If you have been exploring the Web for any length of time, then you have run across any number of Webcams in your travels. If there is something that you would like to monitor remotely, a Webcam makes it easy. Learn the steps you can take to put up your own simple Web camera.
How Mistletoe Works
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Hanging mistletoe over a doorway is a common Christmas tradition. Have you ever wondered about the story behind it? Find out why people kiss beneath this shrubbery.
How Hammerhead Sharks Work
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Hammerhead sharks are funny-looking and not very dangerous to humans. Why do hammerhead sharks have that odd head? Explore the world of hammerheads.
How Home Appraisals Work
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You've found your dream home. The asking price is $300,000 -- an amount you've already been pre-approved for by your bank. But is the home really worth that amount? That's the question at the heart of the home appraisal.
18 Home Remedies for Bad Breath
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There are many home remedies for bad breath using objects you probably already have in your home. Learn about home remedies for bad breath.
10 Home Remedies for Shingles
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Read our home remedies for shingles, the reappearance of the chicken pox virus in the body.
Is there a gender gap in the workplace?
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The gender gap in the workplace can result in wage discrimination. Learn why a gender gap exists even today in the 21st century and how it affects women.
How to Measure Square Footage
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Measuring square footage can be somewhat complex. Learn about how to measure square footage at HowStuffWorks.
Top 10 April Fools' Day Pranks
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April Fools' Day is a day for pranks, shenanigans and general tomfoolery. Check out HowStuffWorks' top 10 April Fools' Day pranks.