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How long is the longest existing family tree?
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The 'longest family tree' claim is obviously a very prestigious one. Which family does it go to? Learn about the longest family tree to find out.
How Sarcasm Works
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Sarcasm is a way of speaking in which what is said is the opposite of what is meant. Learn about sarcasm and find out why sarcasm is a lower form of irony.
Why 'Poop' and 'Wiggle' Are Funny Words, According to Science
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HowStuffWorks looks at a study where scientists parsed nearly 5,000 words to find which ones people thought were funniest and why.
How Satanism Works
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Satanists are often portrayed as devil-worshiping deviants in pop culture, but that's a mischaracterization. Learn about Satanism at HowStuffWorks.
What Is an Oligarchy and Has the U.S. Become One?
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HowStuffWorks looks at exactly what an oligarchy is and whether the U.S. is teetering on the brink of becoming one, or already has become one.
10 Historical Words That Don't Mean What You Think
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There is more than one historical word that people use incorrectly. View 10 historical words that don't mean what you think to get informed.
Meaning of Taoism
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Taoism is a collection of philophies and ideas that has survived for almost two thousand years. Learn more about the meaning of Taoism.
World History: Where Should the Teaching Timeline Start?
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The College Board wants AP World History courses to cover history material from the year 1450 on. HowStuffWorks looks at the pitfalls of the timeline.
What Is Einstein's 'God Letter'?
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HowstuffWorks takes a look at Albert Einstein's famous 'God letter.'
Taoist Philosophy
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Taoist philosophy attempts to illuminate the interdependency of all things, including life, art, and language. Learn about taoist philosophy.