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How Direct Loans Work
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Direct loans are low interest loans funded by the United States government. Learn about direct loans in this article from HowStuffWorks.
How the U.S. Army Works
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The U.S. Army is one of the three main branches of the U.S. military and is primarily concerned with fighting on the ground. Learn all about the U.S. Army from sign up to discharge.
Is North Korea Equipped to Attack the United States?
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The Kim Jong Un regime continues to demonstrate its desire to threaten the U.S. and its allies with nuclear-armed ICBMs. But can any of these missiles actually reach the U.S. mainland?
What Happens If I Don't Fill Out My Census Form?
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On my census form it says, 'Your response is required by law.' What happens to me if I don't fill it out? Will anyone even notice?
How Street Gangs Work
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According to a 2005 report by the Department of Justice, there are at least 21,500 gangs and more than 731,000 active gang members in the United States. Learn how and why street gangs form.
How the Green Berets Work
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John F. Kennedy called the green beret "a symbol of excellence, a badge of courage, a mark of distinction in the fight for freedom" -- a nod to the most formidable arm of the U.S. military. The Green Berets, or Special Forces, are America's first line of defense around the world.
How the U.S. Vice President Works
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The Vice President is second in command to the president. Find out everything you need to know about the vice president.
Can the government take away my laptop?
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Can the government take away my laptop? U.S. Customs can seize it to search it. Find out: can the government take away my laptop?
Skunk Water: A Weapon That Uses Stench to Control Crowds
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Developed in Israel, this foul-smelling liquid has been used on Palestinian and Israeli protesters … and it's showing up in the United States.
Can a Supreme Court Justice Be Removed?
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HowStuffWorks looks at the constitutional process for impeaching a United States Supreme Court justice.