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PEMDAS: Remembering Math's Order of Operations

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A simple math problem may seem to some of us like an inscrutable pile of numbers and symbols, just waiting to trip us up. PEMDAS to the rescue!

The Misrepresentation of 'Nosferatu' in Vampire Lore    

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Popularized in the novel 'Dracula' (1897) by Bram Stoker, and the film 'Nosferatu' in 1922, the word 'nosferatu' is largely considered to be an archaic Romanian word, synonymous with 'vampire.'

How the Declaration of Independence Birthed the American Nation

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HowStuffWorks takes a look at the U.S. Declaration of Independence document - what's inside it and what's not.

How Ben Franklin Helped Ignite the Jersey Devil Hysteria

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Founding father Benjamin Franklin is partially to blame for the legend of the Jersey Devil. Here's the strange story of this folklore beast.

Why do people yell 'Play 'Freebird'' at concerts?

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Why do people yell 'Play 'Freebird'' at concerts? Read about the origins of the 'Free Bird' call at HowStuffWorks.

Was the White House Really Trashed at Andrew Jackson's First Inauguration?

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For almost two centuries, Andrew Jackson's inauguration blowout has been cited as the wildest party ever thrown at the White House. But should we take that depiction with a grain of salt?

How Rolex Came to Rule the Wrist

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The Rolex name is synonymous with luxury. But how did this watch company become one of the most famous brands in the world? HowStuffWorks explains.

How the G-Wiz Electric Car Works

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The G-Wiz electric car is very popular in England and recently became available in India. Learn about the G-Wiz electric car in this article.

What's the Difference Between Misogyny and Sexism?

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The terms sexism and misogyny are often used interchangeably, though they have distinct meanings. HowStuffWorks explains how they're different.

John Wilkes Booth Didn't Act Alone: The Conspiracy to Kill Lincoln

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Lincoln assassin John Wilkes Booth takes the blame in the history books, but he was part of a larger cast of characters that hoped to decapitate the Union government after the South lost the Civil War.

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