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Why We Love Henry David Thoreau, in 5 Quotes
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We may think of Thoreau as the Walden Pond hermit who penned profound books on nature and philosophy. But he was also funny and sociable and valued his friends deeply.
Can You Name These Game Shows From Just One Photo?
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If you want to make a deal with us, bet your game show knowledge and we'll promise you bragging rights. Let's get started!
Did Prince Amleth the Viking of 'The Northman' Actually Exist?
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Brought to life on the screen by Alexander Skarsgård, the story of Amleth the Viking was the inspiration for Shakespeare's "Hamlet." But who was Prince Amleth?
Munchkin Cats: The Wiener Dogs of the Feline World
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Munchkin cats were officially introduced to the world in 1991, though they've been around for decades. HowStuffWorks gets to know these feline cuties.
A Polydactyl Cat Has 5, 6 or even 7 Toes on Each Paw
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Some cats are just born to stand out. The polydactyl cat sports extra toes that make it look like it's wearing mittens, earning it nicknames like "mitten cats," "big foot cats" or even "cats with thumbs."
What Is Kaizen and How Do You Use It in the Workplace?
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The Kaizen philosophy of continuous improvement started in Japan but is used around the world. So, how do companies put it into practice?
7 Key Questions in the U.S. Slavery Reparations Debate
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HowStuffWorks looks at the issue of paying reparations for slavery, including the case for and against, as well as how would the amount be decided.
6 Things Mormons Wish Non-Mormons Knew About Their Church
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, widely known as the Mormon church, can generate a lot of questions. We clear up some myths on Mormon beliefs.
9 War Photographers and Their Images That Moved Millions
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Photographers have been risking their lives since the Civil War to bring back images from the front lines. Not just to document history, but to show the uncensored, gritty version of battle to those of us who never have to face danger.
Afghanistan Fell Fast to the Taliban. What's Next for the Middle East?
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After 20 years of U.S. presence in Afghanistan, Taliban fighters swept through the country with lightning speed, taking control of the capital city Kabul on Sunday. What does the future hold for the people there?