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Loving v. Virginia: The Landmark Case That Legalized Interracial Marriage in the U.S.
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Richard and Mildred Loving's marriage led to the Supreme Court's 1967 decision to ban anti-miscegenation laws. Learn about the case at HowStuffWorks.
Why Is Chuck Short for Charles and Dick Short for Richard?
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There's no 'U' in Charles or 'B' in William, so how did those get to be the nicknames? HowStuffWorks investigates.
Can Genealogy Sites Use Your DNA However They Want?
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Critics worry that when you send your DNA to Ancestry.com for personal analysis it can be used for other purposes. HowStuffWorks checks out whether these fears are warranted.
Experts Divided on Whether Fidget Spinners Help Kids With ADHD
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Some experts see benefits for children with ADHD, but scientific evidence remains short. HowStuffWorks looks at fidget spinners and kids with ADHD.
Do Paid Protesters Really Exist?
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Are people actually paid to be political protesters? Learn more in this HowStuffWorks article.
How Congressional Investigations Work
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Investigations have been a part of the U.S. Congress since 1790. Learn about how effective they are in this article at HowStuffWorks.
The Georgia Guidestones: A Monumental Mystery
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Much mystery surrounds the Georgia Guidestones, including the true identity of the man who commissioned them to be built and the identity of their destroyer.
Kushti: The Traditional Mud Wrestling of India and Pakistan
What is kushti wrestling? Learn more about traditional Indian kushti mud wrestling and pehlwani in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
The History of Makeup Is Surprisingly Elitist
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For centuries, cosmetics were markers of social standing. Delve into the history of makeup around the world at HowStuffWorks.
Where Did 'Shirt and Shoes Required' Come From?
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Where did "no shirt, no shoes, no service" come from? Blame the hippies, says HowStuffWorks.