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How Buffalo Bill Became a Living, Breathing Personification of the American West
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William 'Buffalo Bill' Cody was an American soldier, bison hunter and frontiersman. But he's best known as the showman behind Buffalo Bill's Wild West show.
How the U.S.-Mexico Border Became a Political Flashpoint
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The current border between the U.S. and Mexico has been around since the mid-1800s. HowStuffWorks looks at how it became such a political hot button.
How the Mortgage Interest Tax Deduction Works
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The mortgage interest deduction can be a big help on your taxes if you're a homeowner. Learn how to use the mortgage interest tax deduction.
What does 'below the line' mean in movie production?
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In movie production, the phrase 'below the line' refers to certain expenses in a film's budget. Find out what's below the line at HowStuffWorks.
Right to Repair Fight Just Got Big Boost From Biden
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President Joe Biden just signed a sweeping executive order that will create right-to-repair rules for cellphone companies, as well as big ag companies like John Deere. Who would be against that? We'll explain.
5 of History's Most Cunning Con Artists
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You think you'd never fall for a conman's (or conwoman's) shtick. But so did many of the victims of these five con artists. What scams did they pull off?
The Fascinating Stories Behind 5 of the World's Big Currency Symbols
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Why does the dollar sign have a slash? Did a British pound originally weigh 1 pound? Find out the stories behind these and other currency symbols
How Money Laundering Works
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Money laundering happens in almost every country in the world. Learn about methods of money laundering, infamous money laundering operations and the effects of money laundering.
How Unemployment Works
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Unemployment can be a tough world to navigate. Learn about unemployment, including dealing with job loss, saving your job, quitting and unemployment benefits.
How Much HP Does a Turbo Add?
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Turbochargers significantly increase engine performance without adding much weight. But how do they work?