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How Book Banning Works
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Judy Blume, John Steinbeck and Maya Angelou are among the top 10 most challenged American authors. But to be challenged is not to be banned. What does it take to ban a book?
How Mahjong Works
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Mahjong is a strategy game that originated in China. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about Mahjong.
How Zen Koans Unlock the (Gateless) Gate of Enlightenment
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A koan is a riddle or puzzle that Zen Buddhists use during meditation to help them unravel greater truths. We look at some examples to see how these enigmatic sayings work.
How the Peace Corps Works
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The Peace Corps is a program that provides foreign aid to developing countries. Learn about the Peace Corps and find out how to become a Peace Corps volunteer.
10 Sci-fi Gadgets We Wish Actually Existed
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Sci-fi gadgets represent some amazing inventions, if only in fiction. Take a look at 10 sci-fi gadgets that we'd love to get our hands on.
The Fastest Fictional Spaceships
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If you asked, most science fiction fans could probably name their favorite spaceships from television or cinema. Whether it's the USS Enterprise or an Imperial Star Destroyer, they're all pretty equal on the imaginative scale. However, when it comes to sheer speed, there are some fictional spaceships that are clearly faster than others. The Milano [...] The post The Fastest Fictional Spaceships appeared first on Goliath.
What you don't know about auctions -- and should
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Auction houses can make for stiff competition. How can you win that prized item? Find out what you don't know about auctions -- and should.
The World War II Quiz
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World War II was one of the defining conflicts of the 20th century. Just two decades after the end of World War I, WWII began in 1939 and saw the U.S. enter in 1941. Let's explore some of the specifics of the Second World War.
How Commercial Jingles Work
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Commercial jingles are written about a product and, if done correctly, can stick in your head for days. Learn about the use of commercial jingles.
How 'The Simpsons' Works
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'The Simpsons' is famed for its biting humor and eccentric characters. But what makes the show so special? Find out in this article at HowStuffWorks.