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How Political Conventions Work
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In an election year, political conventions take over the U.S. media for days, with political-party platforms and propaganda. But what real purpose do the conventions serve?
What is organic certification?
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Organic foods and other products are popping up everywhere.
How Mummies Work
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They stick around long after death and compete with the likes of Dracula, Frankenstein's monster and the Wolfman as one of the great figures of classic horror movies. Are you brave enough to unravel the history of these real-life, tangible ghosts?
How Campaign Finance Works
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Campaign finance is big business and may cost you a presidency. Learn about campaign finance history, contributions, spending and reform strategies.
How Occupy Wall Street Works
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The Occupy Wall Street Movement quickly spread across the country as people took to the streets to protest economic policies. Learn about the Occupy Wall Street Movement.
Top 10 April Fools' Day Pranks
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April Fools' Day is a day for pranks, shenanigans and general tomfoolery. Check out HowStuffWorks' top 10 April Fools' Day pranks.
Fiat Sports Cars
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In the 1950s, Fiat got into the sports-car business with roaring success, with models like the 1200 and 124 Sport Spider. Learn about Fiat sports cars.
Do You Really Stay Conscious After Being Decapitated?
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Decapitation is a surefire way to deliver a quick and painless death, right? In actuality, an increasingly large body of historical and scientific evidence suggests that beheading doesn't, in fact, deliver instant death.
How Fallout Shelters Work
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Fallout shelters can help protect you from radiation from a nuclear attack. Learn how fallout shelters work, and how to build a fallout shelter.
Duct Tape or WD-40: Do You Know Enough to Fix Your Car on the Side of the Road?
From duct-taped hoses to pantyhose belts to a little bit of toothpaste on the headlights to keep them shining bright, if you know your roadside emergency fixes, then bust out that roll of duct tape and take the quiz.