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Christmas Stories: 'A Christmas Carol'
'A Christmas Carol' is a classic Christmas story that never fails to entertain. Reacquaint yourself with Ebenezer Scrooge, Bob Crachit, and Tiny Tim.
Is there genocide happening in Darfur?
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The Darfur region of Sudan has been in a state of crisis since 2003. Whether what's going on qualifies as genocide is a point of international debate. Learn why.
How to Carve a Pumpkin
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This guide will give you a good idea of how to carve jack-o'-lanterns in a variety of sizes and styles using a range of techniques.
What is the true meaning of jihad?
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A recently declassified U.S. government study says the Iraq war has become a uniting cause for 'Muslim jihadists.' What really is a jihad?
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.
If You're Born on a Plane, What's Your Nationality?
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Babies are born when they want to be, even on airplanes midflight over the ocean. When birth happens 30,000 feet in the air, citizenship - among other things - gets a little tricky.
How can someone tamper with an electronic voting machine?
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Vote tampering is kept to a minimum thanks to the new electronic voting machines that are used around the country. Learn about vote tampering.
What Is a Coup D'Etat, and Is the U.S. 'Coup-proof'?
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Experts say the U.S. government is designed so a coup d'état would be highly unlikely ever to occur. But deep political polarization can precipitate one, so does that mean a coup is marginally more possible?
How Profiling Works
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As the stars of true-crime documentaries and TV series, criminal profilers have one of the best-known law enforcement jobs in the world. Learn the basics of profiling.
How Geniuses Work
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Without a doubt, Einstein was a genius. They're easy to spot, but it's difficult to explain exactly what makes a person a genius. Learn why.