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The Least Valuable Currency, Compared to the U.S. Dollar
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Not all money holds the same value. Some currencies suffer due to political unrest, high inflation, or poor central bank policies. In the global foreign exchange market, the least valuable currencies offer insight into a country’s economic health and challenges.
10 Countries With the Lowest Crime Rate, Based on Global Peace Index
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Feeling safe where you live is about more than just locking your door. It depends on everything from political stability to healthcare to how a country handles conflict.
Why Do Colleges Hand Out Honorary Degrees?
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The very first honorary degree on record was a brazen attempt to score points with a wealthy and politically connected bishop in 1478. Not much has changed since then.
Where in New York Should You Live?
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New York: The Empire State. More than just New York City (which isn't the state capitol by the way), New York State is a huge state with wetlands, coastal islands, magnificent mountains and Great Lakes access. Where in New York should you live?
Can You Pass This General Knowledge Quiz From 1999?
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It may seem like just yesterday that the world was stressing about Y2K, but it has been over two decades now! How much do you remember about 1999? Dial in to this quiz and test your knowledge!
How Automatic Dialers Work
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Automatic dialers are a big part of the telecommunications industry. Learn more about automatic dialers at HowStuffWorks.
How has the Internet changed rules of etiquette?
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With the rise of the Internet, etiquette isn't quite what it once was. Learn how the Internet has changed etiquette rules.
Who Is America's Greatest Ally? Asking for a Friend...
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As global politics become increasingly gnarly, many want to know: Who is America's greatest ally? Many Americans look at national security, history, military cooperation, and economic ties to decide which country stands closest to the United States.
13 Socialist Countries That Look Way Different From Each Other
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When people talk about socialist countries, they often picture full government control and no private ownership. But in practice, socialist economies vary widely.
What is a flash mob?
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What is a flash mob? Read about flash mobs at HowStuffWorks.