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Remembering Colin Powell's American Journey
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The distinguished American general was the first Black man to become Secretary of State and chairman of the Joint Chiefs of staff. He died Oct. 18 at age 84.
How College Rankings Work
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College rankings can be useful in selecting a college, but are these college rankings accurate? Can they be trusted? Read more about college rankings.
How the Army Nurse Corps Works
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The Army Nurse Corps provides great opportunities for soldiers. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about the Army Nurse Corps.
How the Secretary of State Works
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The secretary of state has a lot of important responsibilities. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about the secretary of state.
How the V-22 Osprey Plane Works
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The Osprey is a unique aircraft. How does it work? And what has caused its recent failures? Get an in-depth look at the aircraft's systems and design.
Can the President Control Gas Prices?
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Gas prices are notoriously volatile. Does the president have any control over how much you pay at the pump?
How Well Has Strict Gun Control Worked in Australia?
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After a mass shooting in 1996, Australia imposed strict gun laws. HowStuffWorks looks at how successful they've been.
What If Cows Didn't Exist?
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A world without cows would be a world without burgers, right? Yes, and to beef eaters that's bad news, but it would also be a world with less methane. So would losing all cows be worth it?
5 Countries That Ditched Their Military Forces
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As Benjamin Franklin once quipped: "There never was a good war or a bad peace." That's why these five countries have gotten out of the military business entirely.
If You're Born on a Plane, What's Your Nationality?
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Babies are born when they want to be, even on airplanes midflight over the ocean. When birth happens 30,000 feet in the air, citizenship - among other things - gets a little tricky.