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Plain Language Replacing '10-Codes' in Many Police Jurisdictions
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Police and fire departments across the U.S. are eliminating jargon like '10-4' in favor of every-day vernacular. HowStuffWorks explains why.
What Is a Mandala? (No, Not Nelson. That's Mandela)
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HowStuffWorks looks at the circular design of the mandala and its use in many religions and cultures, and why you don't have to be an artist to start making one right now.
Your Car May Soon Say 'No' to Drunk Driving
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Two U.S. Senators have introduced legislation to mandate technology to could end drunk driving by 2024. HowStuffWorks looks at the RIDE Act.
Is Jaywalking Still a Crime?
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The history of jaywalking is probably way more complex than you'd expect. Criminalizing crossing the street has roots in the auto industry, class wars and even racism.
What Would a Yellowstone Eruption Mean for North America?
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Welcome to Yellowstone, a natural wonderland that's home to stunning vistas, vibrant plant and animal life ... and a massive and potentially devastating supervolcano.
Can We Guess Your Soulmate's Zodiac Sign?
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We make no bull about guessing your soulmate's zodiac sign! We know you wouldn't want to be a fish swimming in a scorpion's water, would you? Start crabbing out your answers, and we'll goat to the heart of the matter.
The Bizarre Link Between van Gogh's Signature Yellow and Cow Urine
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The bright yellow hue used to great effect by van Gogh and other painters was eventually outlawed, as it was made of urine from dehydrated cows.
An Astrologer Explains the Fire Signs: Aries, Leo and Sagittarius
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The astrological signs are grouped into four elements - fire, water, earth and air. So what does it mean if you're a fire sign?
After the Attack on Salman Rushdie: What a Fatwa Is — and Isn't
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The recent attack on author Salman Rushdie led many to conclude that it was the result of the fatwa issued against him in 1989 by the Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini. But what exactly is a fatwa?
Mabon Is the 'Pagan Thanksgiving' Even Non-Wiccans Can Celebrate
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Mabon is a fairly recent Pagan festival created to give thanks for the harvest. What does Mabon mean and how is it celebrated?