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The Supreme Court: A System of Checks and Balances (1:30)
Checks and balances between Congress and the president are intended to limit the potential powers of both. In 1998, President Bill Clinton was impeached by the House of Representative through the use of oversight power.
Standoff Between President Bush and Congress (2:22)
Watch this video about executive privilege on HowStuffWorks. The concept of "executive privilege" dates back to the Nixon White House when the Supreme Court in U.S. vs. Nixon defined its limited scope. The White House has invoked the concept of... More »
Ablaze at Sea (0:54)
Watch this video about a Japanese ship ablaze at sea on HowStuffWorks. Nearly 30 people aboard the Nisshin Maru fought the blaze. See how fire fighting works in this news video from Reuters.
Iran's Nuclear Program (0:58)
Watch this video about Iran's nuclear program on HowStuffWorks. The United Nations nuclear watchdog has agreed to make cuts in technical aid to Iran, amid fears that Tehran might be trying to build nuclear bombs under cover of a civilian energy... More »
Italian Mafia Boss Nabbed (0:57)
Watch this video showing Italy's top mob boss finally in police custody after more than 25 years. He's known as "The Baron" and he's now behind bars. See the triumphant officials lead their prisoner into jail.

