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Posse Comitatus: The 140-Year-Old Law That Affects U.S. Troops at the Border

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Posse comitatus is an idea and a U.S. law that leaves law enforcement to local authorities, not the feds. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.

Can You Name All Of These Kids Toys From the '60s?

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You don't have to have been raised in the 60s to have played with Barbies, yo-yos and other popular toys from that groovy decade. So take a trip back to your parent's childhood, and see how many of these iconic 60s toys you can name from an image!

How 'Savant Syndrome' Makes Some People, and Their Brains, Extraordinary

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Savant syndrome is a rare condition in which someone with significant mental disabilities demonstrates certain unexplained extraordinary abilities.

What Is the Oldest City in America? A Look at the Top 11

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Embarking on a journey through the United States' historical landscape to learn about the oldest city in America uncovers a rich mosaic of stories that trace back to a time before even the British arrived and settled on the land.

The Ultimate Adele Quiz

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Once a breakout artist, Adele is now a household name with an unparalleled ability to captivate audiences. How well do you think you know her as a person and an artist? Find out by trying to get all of these questions right!

Bacon's Rebellion: America's First Armed Insurrection

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Nathaniel Bacon led an armed rebellion in 17th century Colonial America against Gov. William Berkeley. The rebellion was brief but its ramifications changed the course of American history.

10 Iconic Fashion Pieces Named for People or Places

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From the bikini to the Hermès Birkin bag, fashion favorites are often named for the people and places that inspired them. HowStuffWorks looks at 10.

12 Renowned Women of the Wild West

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A number of women made names for themselves during the Wild West. Read our list of 12 of the most famous heroines from this time period, including Annie Oakley, Belle Starr, and Calamity Jane.

10 Things You Probably Don't Know About Queen Victoria

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The Victorian Age gets its reputation for uptight prudishness from her, but there was a lot more to Queen Victoria than you may know.

How the U.S. Capitol's Design Was Chosen By Public Competition

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The U.S. Capitol is one of the most impressive buildings in the world. And how its design was chosen is quite a story. HowStuffWorks explains.

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