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Racketeering Isn't Just a Crime for Mobsters
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Racketeering didn't exist as a crime before 1970. So what is it and why was the Mafia instrumental in its creation?
Heart of Palm Is Totally Delicious, Underrated and Much Better Fresh
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Heart of palm, with a similar taste and texture to artichoke heart, is a staple in Central and South America and a healthy addition to any menu.
Tecumseh: The Driving Force Behind the Native American Confederacy
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Some consider Shawnee leader Tecumseh to be one of the most remarkable Native Americans in history. He stood not just for the Shawnee. He stood for all Native Americans.
Why are demons blamed for sleep paralysis?
Why does the experience of sleep paralysis often summon explanations of demonic visitations? Visit the place where dreams and reality overlap, and where science and myth attempt to interpret our hallucinations.
What If Alcohol Didn't Exist?
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Our early ancestors, enjoying the effects of rotten fruit, had stumbled onto something big. How did alcohol serve as a nutrition source and, some believe, help motivate hunters to take up farming?
Testosterone: A Major Breakthrough for Menopausal Women
Testosterone can be a major breakthrough for menopausal women. Learn how testosterone is a major breakthrough for menopausal women.
Do opposites really attract?
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Do opposites attract? Plenty of movies and books seem to think so -- but is there is there a science to these stories? Learn if opposites attract.
5 Ways to Take Care of Your Feet Every Day
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To care for your feet might be the last thing on your mind, until they start hurting. Learn five ways to care for your feet to keep them healthy.
How Well Do You Know "Les Miserables"?
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"Les Miserables" is a world-famous novel, Broadway show and film with fans across the globe. Test your Les Miz IQ with this revolutionary HowStuffWorks quiz!
Robert the Doll: Serious Nightmare or Innocent Child's Toy?
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Robert the Doll, with his pockmarked face and little sailor suit, could scare the bejesus out of anyone, but what's the truth behind the stories of his mischief?