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What Countries Are Communist Today? Which Ones Used to Be?
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Communism is a complicated, loaded word. While the strict definition is subject to lots of debate, there is broad agreement on the states call themselves communist today.
How the Cowboy Saddled Up and Rode Into American History
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Many think of cowboys as part of the American fabric. And they are. But cowboys aren't an American phenomenon and they certainly didn't get their start in the U.S.
Free Land: How the Homestead Act Helped America Expand Westward
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President Abraham Lincoln signed into law that any person in the U.S. could have free land - 160 acres in fact. But there was a catch.
Lily Dale: Where the Living and Dead Reconnect
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The village known as Lily Dale in upstate New York has been channeling spirits since the 1800s. HowStuffWorks finds out what makes Lily Dale tick.
Breakup Boot Camp: Help for Surviving a Broken Heart
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Breakup boot camps help the brokenhearted to move on with their lives. HowStuffWorks goes inside this trend.
How to Apply for a Homestead Exemption
The homestead exemption lets you exclude a portion of your home's property taxes from tax assessment. Learn how to apply for a homestead exemption.
5 Real-Cool Facts About Wayne Newton
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The living embodiment of the Las Vegas lounge singer, Wayne Newton's been packing in the crowds on the Strip for over 50 years. So, what's his secret?
Several New State Laws Make Voter Registration More Difficult
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Kansas, Missouri and Florida are among several states that have passed laws that voter registration groups say put volunteers at risk and make registering to vote more difficult.
Aswang: Feeding on Baby Blood and Preying on Pregnant Women
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When it comes to Filipino folklore, few figures stir the imagination — or the fear factor — quite like the aswang. This mythical creature isn't just one thing; it's a category of terrifying, shape-shifting beings with a taste for human flesh and a knack for haunting bedtime stories across the Philippines.
How Revisionist History Works
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Revisionist history can range from simply correcting a date to reconsidering the causes of a war. Learn why revisionist history is controversial.