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William Walker: The American Mercenary Who Named Himself President of Nicaragua
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Before being executed in 1860 for his misadventures, William Walker, known as a 'filibuster,' raised a private army and briefly installed himself as the president of Nicaragua.
Has Online Shopping Changed How Much Cardboard We Use?
Will Amazon's age of home delivery bury the environment in extra boxes? You might be surprised by the answer.
From Motive to Method, Women and Men Murder Very Differently
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While 90 percent of murderers are men, female murderers differ from men in motive, method, circumstance and victim, according to a new Swedish study.
Why Snakebite Antivenom Is So Astronomically Expensive
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In the United States, a single vial of snakebite antivenom can cost thousands of dollars. HowStuffWorks looks at the reasons behind the high price.
How NHTSA Ratings Work
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The NHTSA ratings review and rate automobiles based on certain criteria. Learn all about the NHTSA ratings at HowStuffWorks.
How Executive Orders Work
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Executive orders are directives from the president without input from the legislative or judiciary branches of government. HowStuffWorks explains.
If I'm on a Cruise Ship, What Laws Do I Have To Adhere To?
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Cruise ship law is imprecise and crimes are difficult to prosecute. Learn about cruise ship law, cruise ship crime and the code of the high seas.
How the European Union Works
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What does the EU do and why would countries want to leave - or join - it? HowStuffWorks looks at the role of the European Union.
How the NSA Works
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Do you know how the NSA works? Find out how the NSA works at HowStuffWorks.
5 Advantages to Doing Your Own Taxes
Saving money is not the only reason to consider doing your own taxes. Learn more about doing your own taxes at HowStuffWorks.