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When Grave Robbers Hold Famous Corpses for Ransom
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What are some examples of celebrity corpsenappings? Learn more in this HowStuffWorks article detailing stolen corpses held for ransom.
Was the Iroquois Great Law of Peace the Source for the U.S. Constitution?
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Historians doubt that the Iroquois Confederacy directly inspired the U.S. Constitution. HowStuffWorks looks at what influences the Iroquois' ideas may have had on the former colonists.
How Stem Cells Work
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Stem cells can develop into every cell, tissue and organ in the body. Learn about stem cell research challenges and controversy and how stem cells can be used to treat disease.
'Aleppo Moments': What Causes Our Brains to Freeze Under Pressure?
It happens to politicians, beauty queens and regular folks. Brain farts, that is. But, why?
If I couldn't get rid of gas in any way, would I explode?
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Getting rid of gas in our bodies helps keep our stomach from expanding too much. Learn more about getting rid of gas that is trapped in our bodies.
Who's in Charge of Investigating Deaths in Antarctica?
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Jurisdiction over criminal matters in Antarctica could be a complicated thing. HowStuffWorks explains why.
The Cadaver Synod: When a Dead Pope Was Put on Trial
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During one of the most political times in papal history, Pope Formosus' corpse was dug up and put on trial for crimes of hist past.
How Fasting Works
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Fasting is choosing not to eat for religious, political or health reasons. Read about the effects of fasting and whether or not fasting is safe.
6 Civil Rights Struggles Going on Right Now
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There are many civil rights struggles going on right now in the U.S. Here are six of them from HowStuffWorks Now.
Is This the Name of a Real or Fake Organ?
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It is commonly accepted that there are 78 organs in the human body. Can you tell the difference between a real organ and a made-up one? Take this quiz to prove your organ knowledge!