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The History of the 'Death Tax'
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Whether you call it an estate tax or death tax, its existence is controversial. Learn more about the history of the death tax at HowStuffWorks.
How Microcontrollers Work
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Most modern electronic devices (TVs, VCRs, microwaves and so on) contain an embedded microcontroller. It's basically a dedicated computer. Find out how these devices work and experiment with one on your own.
Pen Pal Activities for Kids
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With pen pal activities for kids you'll keep in touch with friends, family, and the world. Write a letter and learn about pen pal activities for kids.
How Much Do You Know About the History of the U.S. Postal Service?
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You plop a stamp on a latter, drop it into a mailbox, and off it goes, reaching its destination a few days later. We often take postal service for granted ... but it is of vital importance to our society. What do you know about the history of the United States Postal Service?
How SOPA Works
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What is the Stop Online Piracy Act and what would it achieve? Take a look as we explain what you need to know about SOPA.
Aristides de Sousa Mendes Saved Thousands From Holocaust, But Lost All
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HowStuffWorks looks at the story of Aristides de Sousa Mendes, a Portuguese diplomat who lost everything saving thousands during the Holocaust.
Theatre Crafts for Kids
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Theatre crafts for kids help stars put a fun face on their art. Learn how to create theatre crafts that will enhance any kid's indoor performance.
Can You Identify These Vintage Household Items?
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Plug in your icebox and chill out for this one! The household products you know and love today look quite different than their vintage counterparts. In fact, some didn't even exist. But that's the fun of it, trying to identify all of these vintage household items. Take this quiz to see if you identify them!
In Honor of Martin Luther King Jr.
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The national American holiday honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. falls on the third Monday in January. Learn about the life and work of this legendary civil rights activist.
July 5 Birthday Astrology
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A Cancer born July 5 is symbolized by the Crab and is intelligent and enjoys the art of conversation. Learn about July 5 birthday astrology.