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How Voodoo (Vodou) Works
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If asked to describe Voodoo, many people would mention pin-filled dolls, zombies and spirit possessions. Explore the Voodoo religion and find out if the stereotypes about it are true.
1968-1969 Dodge Charger
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The 1968-1969 Dodge Charger was a high-powered car with tons of attitude. Learn more about the 1969-1969 Dodge Charger at HowStuffWorks.
Would turkey be so popular if it didn't have its own holiday?
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Turkey is almost synonymous with Thanksgiving, but would turkey be popular if the day didn't exist? Learn more about turkey popularity.
How Roundabouts Work
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Roundabouts aren't all that complicated, but they're still relatively rare in the U.S., especially when compared with France.
Fact or Fiction: Raw Oysters Are Safe to Eat Every Month of the Year
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HowStuffWorks looks at if there's any truth behind the old wive's tale that you can't eat oysters in months without the letter 'R.'
What Is a Group of Sheep Called? Not Necessarily a Herd
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If you've ever driven past a pasture dotted with woolly creatures and wondered, "What is a group of sheep called," you're not alone.
10 Wrong Grammar Rules Everyone Knows
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Is there a rule against starting a sentence with a conjunction? Learn about this so-called rule and other grammar edicts that may not be rules at all.
The Mysterious Skeletons in Ben Franklin's Basement
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Human bones were found in the basement of Benjamin Franklin's London home. Lots of human bones. Was one of America's most venerated Founding Fathers a criminal of the worst kind?
The Treaty of Versailles: Did the End of WWI Cause the Start of WWII?
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In 1919, 30 nations signed the Treaty of Versailles, which degreed Germany to pay huge fines for starting World War I. But were the terms too harsh?
How Campaign Communication Technology Works
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Your presidential candidate has a MySpace page. Learn how campaign communications technology has changed the way races are run and won