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Meet William James Sidis, Smartest Man to Ever Live
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Some say his IQ was 50 to 100 points higher than Albert Einstein's. So why haven't you heard his name before? We'll tell you the sad tale of why this incredible genius flamed out.
How Dreams Work
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Dreams combine verbal, visual and emotional stimuli into mystifying storylines. Learn about dreams, the meaning of common dreams, REM and controlling dreams.
10 Stereotypes About Aging (That Just Aren't True)
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Do you imagine getting creakier and crankier as you get older? The way you view aging influences how you age. So what aging myths can be busted?
Nigiri vs Sashimi: Unveiling the Distinctions in Japanese Cuisine
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Explore the culinary showdown of Nigiri vs. Sashimi. Learn the differences, flavors, and how to savor these Japanese delicacies.
How the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders Works
Now in its fifth edition, the DSM is the bible of diagnosing mental disorders in the U.S. Learn how the DSM works from HowStuffWorks.
How much do pharmaceutical test subjects get paid?
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There are people who participate in clinical trials for their career. Learn just how much pharmaceutical test subjects get paid at HowStuffWorks.
10 Crackpot Theories About Space
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Our knowledge of space changes all the time as new discoveries are made. But some ideas about the universe have never really held water - including the one that everything is made of frozen H2O.
How Quantum Suicide Works
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A man has a gun. But this is no ordinary man, and this is no ordinary gun. This isn't a setup for a sci-fi thriller. It's the premise for quantum suicide.
How The Pirate Bay Works
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Pirate Bay is a controversial file sharing Web site. Learn what Pirate Bay is, what it offers and the legal issues surrounding Pirate Bay.
How Midwives Work
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Midwives have existed as long as babies have been born. Read about the midwife job and what exactly midwives do.