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How Geisha Work

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The novel "Memoirs of a Geisha" depicts geisha in the World War II era -- but it's fiction. Find out how geisha fit into Japanese culture.

10 Big Questions in the U.S. Gun Control Debate

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The U.S. gun control debate is controversial and multifaceted. Learn about 10 of the big questions in the U.S. gun control debate at HowStuffWorks.

Did Genghis Khan Really Kill 1,748,000 People in One Hour?

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Genghis Khan is said to have killed 1,748,000 people in one hour. But is that possible? If not, what really happened?

How Is Global Warming Affecting the Winter Olympics?

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Global warming will soon prevent Winter Olympic host cities from hosting the games. HowStuffWorks looks at this climate change reality.

Former Jocks Report Happier Lives (Unless They Played Basketball or Football)

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A study shows that former college athletes have happier lives than nonathletes - unless they played a marquee sport. HowStuffWorks Now explains why.

What Would Happen if the Internet Collapsed?

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Could the Internet collapse? And what would happen if the Internet did collapse? Take a look and find out.

Arlington National Cemetery Is Running Out of Space

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Arlington National Cemetery is running low on space. HowStuffWorks looks at the iconic cemetery and what it takes to get in.

How Venus Flytraps Work

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Plants that eat other creatures? It sounds like a genetic experiment gone awry. But there's actually nothing unnatural about it; carnivorous plants have been around for millions of years.

Moon Jellyfish: Coastal Dwellers With Gentle Stingers

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Moon jellyfish might look like ghostly saucers adrift in the blue, but they're more than just ocean ambiance. These translucent animals, known scientifically as Aurelia aurita, are part of a family of jellies that have lives perfectly tuned to drifting through the sea.

5 Black and Yellow Snake Species to Look Out For

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The black and yellow snake is vibrant and eye-catching, and it's not just for show. In the animal kingdom, bright colors often serve as warnings to potential predators.

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