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How do you define hate?
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How do you define hate? Hatred is a way to wipe out fear of something by eliminating it. Find out how hate has been defined throughout history.
Classic Toys & Games
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The toy picture gallery has photos of the most popular toys of all time. Check out the pictures of dolls, action figures, and building blocks.
What Is an Oligarchy and Has the U.S. Become One?
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HowStuffWorks looks at exactly what an oligarchy is and whether the U.S. is teetering on the brink of becoming one, or already has become one.
How Leprosy Works
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There are many myths and stigmas associated with leprosy, almost all completely incorrect. It's not a very contagious disease, and it's easily treatable. What else is wrong in the common beliefs about Hansen's disease?
Lapis Lazuli Found in Teeth of Medieval European Woman
The pigment ultramarine was as expensive as gold in medieval Europe; so how did it end up in the teeth of a nun buried at a monastery in rural Germany?
How Can Owls Fly Silently?
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Many people wonder how can owls fly silently. Check out this article to learn how owls can fly silently and the secret to an owls silent flight.
Quiz: What's This Country's Former Name?
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From war to political unrest to rebranding, there are all sorts of reasons countries change names. Match the former country names with our quiz.
How Limited Term Trusts Work
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Limited term trusts allow people to put money into a trust for a specified amount of time. Learn more about limited term trusts at HowStuffWorks.
Which works best: roll-on, stick or spray deodorant?
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Which works best: roll-on, stick or spray deodorant? Visit Discovery Health to learn if roll-on, stick or spray deodorant works best.
Worm, Harvest, Blue: Every Full Moon Has a Name
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Everyone's heard of the blue moon and the harvest moon, but every other full moon of the year has a name, too.