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What would a moneyless world look like?
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A moneyless world is theoretically possible. What would it take to make a moneyless world feasible? Learn about a moneyless world.
How did writing evolve?
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Did writing evolve much in the same manner as language evolved? In this article, you can learn about writing and the evolution of writing.
10 Most Corrupt Countries in the World — As Far As We Know
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In order to measure the most corrupt countries in the world, it's important to first understand what makes a country corrupt. According to Transparency International, a global coalition against corruption, corruption is "the abuse of entrusted power for private gain."
7 of the 10 Largest Cities in Europe Are Capitals
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Although many major European cities are considered iconic, none of them break into the top 10 most populous cities in the world. The cities with the highest populations are spread through Asia, North America and Africa; the largest cities in Europe simply can't compete with those numbers.
Ridiculous History: The Great Stink of London
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The Great Stink of London occurred during the summer of 1858. Read more about this foul-smelling episode in Ridiculous History from HowStuffWorks Now.
Did Quinoa Get Too Popular for Its Own Good?
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HowStuffWorks looks at the popularity of quinoa and how it affected farmers who grew it in South America.
'Checkout Charity' Works — If It's Done Right
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Those small donations are big money for nonprofits and the businesses that do the soliciting. But not every shopper likes being asked.
Sea Cucumber: Animal or Vegetable?
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What is a sea cucumber? HowStuffWorks looks at these strange sea creatures.
The Ford Edsel Failed, But Why?
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Ford whipped the public into a frenzy back in 1957 with its marketing campaign for the Edsel, "the car of the future." The Edsel was supposed to be everything American car buyers wanted. But - for many, many reasons - it was a terrible flop.
The Dark History of Indigo, Slavery's Other Cash Crop
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HowStuffWorks traces the history of indigo from its origins and use as a cash crop for blue dye to its replacement by synthetics in the 20th century.