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How Landfills Work
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What happens to all of that trash you put on the curb every week? It doesn't just disappear into a parallel universe. Much of it probably goes to the local landfill, and how it gets handled there is a very involved system.
How Dietary Supplements Work
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There's a lot of information (and misinformation) out there about dietary supplements. Learn the facts about them in this article at HowStuffWorks.
London Bridge Has Never Fallen Down, But It Keeps Getting Rebuilt
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Despite what the nursery rhyme says, London Bridge is not falling down - and never really has. But the bridge that spans the Thames has been rebuilt again and again for two millennia.
The Misunderstood Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
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HowStuffWorks looks at Martin Luther King's legacy and how his approval ratings changed over the decades.
Willie O'Ree's Unsung Story of Breaking the NHL's Color Barrier
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He's been called the "Jackie Robinson of hockey" and yet hardly anybody knows his name. So who is Willie O'Ree and why is he finally getting his due?
How Franchising Works
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Want to be your own boss? Franchising gives you the opportunity to own your own business while skipping some of the more detailed steps. Learn all about franchising and how you can become an owner.
How Recessions Work
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What goes up must come down: Periodic recessions are a natural part of any nation's economic cycle. Find out exactly what a recession is, how it happens and what can turn it around.
Interesting Science Facts Confirmed and Debunked
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When reeling off dubious facts (like lemmings plunging off cliffs en masse), there's no better retort to a skeptical audience than calmly explaining that it's not just true - it's science...right?
10 Career-ending Affairs
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Career-ending affairs do more than ruin your personal life. Learn about 10 examples of career-ending affairs.
How Interest Rates Work
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Interest rates are basically the price we pay for living in a world that relies heavily on credit and debt. Find out how interest rates work in this article.