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How FEMA Works

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FEMA has been providing emergency relief for hurricanes, earthquakes, toxic contamination and more since 1979. Read more about how FEMA works.

Top 10 April Fools' Day Pranks

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April Fools' Day is a day for pranks, shenanigans and general tomfoolery. Check out HowStuffWorks' top 10 April Fools' Day pranks.

12 Shocking Punishments For Minor Crimes

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Since the dawn of human civilization, rulers have had to devise punishments for unacceptable behavior. Sincere attempts were occasionally made to ensure that the punishment fit the crime, like the concept of an Eye for an Eye. By contrast, the word “Draconian,” attributed to the ruler Draco of ancient Athens around 621 BC, is synonymous […] The post 12 Shocking Punishments For Minor Crimes appeared first on Goliath.

Is the U.S. Prepared to Handle Natural Disasters During the COVID-19 Pandemic?

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Natural disasters may not pair well with the COVID-19 pandemic. For America to brace the impact, it needs to prepare now.

Unraveling Khipu: The Inca Knot Language

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The Incas never invented a system of written language, but khipu is how they communicated. HowStuffWorks looks at the language of the Inca.

Kukulkan: The Feathered Serpent of Maya Mythology

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In Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula, amidst the vast forests and archaeological sites, lies the awe-inspiring city of Chichén Itzá. This ancient Maya metropolis is renowned for its architecture, intricate mythology and reverence for Kukulkan, the feathered serpent god.

State-funded Funerals: What Happens to the Unclaimed Dead?

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Cities have protocols for making sure everyone has an eternal resting place. HowStuffWorks looks at how cities bury their unclaimed dead.

What is China's one-child policy?

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What is China's one-child policy? Learn about China's one-child policy, implemented in 1979 to reduce the population and stimulate economic growth.

What is the most isolated culture on Earth -- and what can we learn from it?

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The most isolated culture on Earth has managed to avoid the rapid evolution of society and technology. Learn about the most isolated culture.

The Second Coming Has Been 'Imminent' for 2,000 Years

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For centuries people have hoped Jesus would return in their lifetime. But when — if ever — will it take place?

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