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4 'Commonwealth' States: Merely a Symbolic Commitment

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The term "commonwealth states" refers to a specific political status that four states in the United States use. These states retain the same powers and privileges as all other U.S. states, but their choice to use commonwealth reflects their history, values and governance.

How can recycling impact a community?

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Lots of people consider recycling to be kind of a no-brainer, something we all should do. It's good for the environment, it re-uses materials rather than creates new ones, it reduces landfills - the list goes on and on.

What Is Homestead Exemption?

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The Homestead Exemption can refer to exemptions from property tax that homeowners can claim. Learn about the Homestead Exemption in this article.

How Many States Are in the U.S.A.?

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The U.S. comprises states, territories and commonwealths. So how many states are in the U.S.A.?

How a State's Attorney Works

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A state's attorney has a lot of responsibilities. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about a state's attorney.

How Do New States Become Part of the U.S.?

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Candidates for the "51st state" include Puerto Rico, Guam and Washington, D.C. How likely is this to happen for any of them, and how did the U.S. get the 50 it already has?

25 of the World's Longest-reigning Monarchs

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From Athelstan, who held off the Viking invaders of Britain, to Sobhuza, the longest-serving king of Eswatni (formerly Swaziland), here are 25 of the world's longest-serving monarchs.

10 Career-ending Affairs

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Career-ending affairs do more than ruin your personal life. Learn about 10 examples of career-ending affairs.

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