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The Rise, Fall and Future of Chinatowns in the U.S.
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There are some 50 Chinatowns in America and hundreds more in other countries. What led to their creation and will they survive into the next century?
What's a food desert?
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A food desert is a geographic area where grocery stores are scarce or missing. Learn about food insecurity and why it's hard to define a food desert.
How Hate Works
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What is going on in our brains when we hate? Can hate ever be a good thing? Read more about hate at HowStuffWorks.
How Indian Traditions Work
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Many Indian traditions first began hundreds or thousands of years ago. Read about Indian traditions at HowStuffWorks.
How Gossip Works
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You've probably heard the story about Catherine the Great and the horse -- it's a false piece of gossip that has lasted for more than 200 years. Learn what makes a conversation gossip.
Unexpected Connections: 10 Oddest Economic Indicators
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Strange as it seems men's underwear and Champagne can tell you a lot about the economy. Learn about 10 odd indicators at HowStuffWorks.
How the Living Earth Simulator Will Work
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You may have noticed that our planet isn't terribly predictable. Could a German polymath and an unfathomable pile of data change that?
What Does Defund the Police Actually Mean?
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There have been increasing calls to cities to divert funding away from police departments to other means of solving social problem. But how does that work?
Are working mothers happier?
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Are working mothers happier? Find out what research suggests about the effects a career can have on a mother's happiness.
How Kudzu Works
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Kudzu is explained in this article. Learn about kudzu.