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Holland vs. Netherlands: Tricky Naming for Different Places
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People often use the words Holland and the Netherlands interchangeably when talking about the country in Western Europe. Are the two places the same?
Bussa's Rebellion and the 200-year Fight to End British Rule in Barbados
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The struggle to sever colonial ties with the British has been going on for nearly 400 years in Barbados. On Nov. 30, 2021, the island officially became a republic, installing Dame Sandra Mason as its first president.
10 Least Diverse States in the U.S.
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If you're looking for diversity in the United States, you're not alone. Researchers, policymakers and businesses alike want to understand how populations vary in terms of race, religion, culture, language, education and more.
Tropical Rainforest Guide: How Rainforests Work
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Tropical rainforests are the most diverse ecosystems on Earth, and also the oldest. Today, tropical rainforests cover only 6 percent of the Earth's ground surface, but they are home to over half of the planet's plant and animal species.
How Automotive Assembly Lines Work
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There was a time when all cars were entirely hand-built - assembled individually until each one was complete and then it was on to the next one. Automotive assembly lines changed that forever.
How Greenwashing Works
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Greenwashing is an attempt to convince consumers that their business has a low impact on the environment. Learn more about greenwashing.
How Prohibition Worked
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Prohibition was a constitutional amendment banning the sale and production of alcohol in the U.S. HowStuffWorks looks at prohibition and why it failed.
How Counterfeiting Works
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Counterfeiting has become easier with the availability of quality scanners and printers. Learn about counterfeiting and the Treasury's measures to prevent it.
10 Things That Never Go on Sale
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Some items are worth paying full price. Read about 10 things that never go on sale at TLC.
How Consumer Guide Automotive Ratings Work
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The Consumer Guide automotive ratings review and rate cars based on certain criteria. Learn about the Consumer Guide automotive ratings at HowStuffWorks.