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How Wetlands Work

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Wetlands act like sponges, soaking up extra water during floods. They filter water as it runs to our rivers and streams. Find out what else wetlands do.

10 Ways the U.S. Has Kept Citizens From Voting

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From Poll taxes and literacy tests to ID laws, the U.S. has long-restricted citizens' right to vote. Learn some voting barriers at HowStuffWorks.

What Do Forensic Scientists Do?

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Forensic lab techniques help investigators solve murders, hit-and-runs, arson cases and drug busts. Learn about forensic lab techniques and safety.

How Warp Speed Works

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Warp speed would enable you to travel faster than the speed of light. Learn about warp speed and whether it's a scientific possibility or just a sci-fi dream.

How the Peace Corps Works

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The Peace Corps is a program that provides foreign aid to developing countries. Learn about the Peace Corps and find out how to become a Peace Corps volunteer.

How Payroll Systems Work

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Payroll systems help employers meet their financial responsibilities to their employees and lets them handle other duties. Read about payroll systems.

10 Famous Curses

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Everybody has bad days, but fortune seems to have it in for some people. You decide: Are these 10 infamous cases of bad luck coincidences or curses?

How Preschool Works

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Preschool can be fun for kids but it also affects development. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about preschool.

10 Tax Deductions for Home Improvements

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Although you can't write off home improvements on your taxes, there are several ways you can get tax breaks for home renovations.

The Railroad Retirement Board

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The Railroad Retirement Board was created in order to give railroad workers a separate pension. Learn about the Railroad Retirement Board.

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