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Why Do Americans Vote on a Tuesday in November?

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Voting on a Tuesday in November has been a U.S. tradition since the 1840s, but the timing makes it difficult for many people to exercise their right to vote. What are states doing about it?

More Than a Hashtag: Can Social Media Help Save Endangered Species?

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What impact do social media campaigns have on animal advocacy? Read this HowStuffWorks Now article for more about social media and endangered species.

Human Penis Bone Disappeared With Rise of Monogamy, Succinct Sex

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Most mammals have a penis bone called a baculum, but humans don't. A new study sheds light on the history of the baculum, and why ours is missing.

Fear of the Human 'Superpredator' Causes Large Carnivores to Eat Less

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How does top predators' fear of humans affect the ecosystem. Learn more about a new study in this HowStuffWorks article.

Blind People Don't Always Have the Same Facial Expressions as Sighted People

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How do the expressions of blind people differ from the sighted? Learn more about blind facial expressions from HowStuffWorks.

Should I really punch animals in the nose when attacked?

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You're not likely to ever get in a straight-up boxing match with another animal (kangaroos with boxing gloves aside). Learn more at HowStuffWorks.

Is it rude to talk about your salary?

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Should you share your income with dinner guests? Maybe not. Learn why talking about your salary might or might not be a good idea at HowStuffWorks.

Were Witches Really Burned at the Stake in Salem?

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The infamous Salem witch trials show what mass hysteria can do. But were those falsely accused witches really burned at the stake?

What is the future of family medicine?

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Family medicine isn't just for kids and their parents. Learn about the future of family medicine and how it is changing with the times.

Should you ever break a 'no gifts' rule?

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If an invitation says not to bring gifts, don't bring gifts. Learn more about whether you should ever break a 'no gifts' rule at HowStuffWorks.

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