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How Gerrymandering Works
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Gerrymandering has always been a problem, but technology has made it a lot worse. Find out how gerrymandering works in this HowStuffWorks article
How Social Security Tax Works
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Social security taxes are somewhat complicated. Learn about how social security taxes work at HowStuffWorks.
How RFID Works
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RFID is a tracking system that uses intelligent bar codes to track items in a store. Learn more about RFID and find out how smart labels work.
What's the Difference Between a Restaurant Service Fee and a Tip?
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It seems that U.S. consumers are being asked to shell out more in tips and service charges than ever before. But is there a difference between the two?
How Alcatraz Worked
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Alcatraz was built to house the worst criminals and said to be impossible to escape. See pictures of Alcatraz and go inside Alcatraz prison to meet its inmates.
How a Lithium Mine Works and Impacts Local Communities
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As the global demand for clean energy intensifies, lithium has emerged as a critical player in the quest for sustainable technology. This invaluable resource, often dubbed "white gold," is essential for powering electric vehicles, renewable energy storage and advanced electronics.
Top 5 Unexpected Travel Costs
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Traveling? Expect some unexpected travel costs. Learn 5 unexpected travel costs you can encounter by HowStuffWorks.com.
5 Futuristic Auto Repair Technologies
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Will there be a need for the old-school mechanic's shop in the not-so-distant future? Learn about futuristic auto repair technology at HowStuffWorks.
How California's Power Crisis Works
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Another series of rolling blackouts are hitting California. Learn why this is happening and how it affects you.
Water Is Free. Why Do Americans Spend Billions on the Bottled Stuff?
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In 2017, bottled water surpassed soda as America's favorite drink and the trend continues. How did water become a multi-billion-dollar business?