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How Google Books Works
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Google Books aims to spread knowledge by scanning books and putting them online. See how Google Books works and the controversy surrounding Google Books.
How Hypnosis Works
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The practice of hypnotism dates back centuries, and there are those who swear by its validity. Whether you're a skeptic or a believer, hypnosis is an interesting phenomenon. Check it out -- and let us know if you start to bark like a dog.
10 Historical Words That Don't Mean What You Think
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There is more than one historical word that people use incorrectly. View 10 historical words that don't mean what you think to get informed.
How Cryonics Works
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Dozens of people are frozen in cryogenic storage facilities, waiting to be revived when science is able to cure whatever killed them. But if they're dead, is revival from a frozen state even possible? Find out.
10 Misconceptions About the Flu
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What are some misconceptions about the flu? Learn about 10 common misconceptions about the flu.
10 Scary Modern Technologies
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Some of our modern technologies can be a little scary. Take a look at 10 modern scary technologies, including computers taking over the world.
How Pottery Works
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Pottery hasn't always been considered art, but it has always been used in a practical manner. Learn where pottery came from and where it's going today.
Can You Identify These Horror Movie Villains From an Image?
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Any good horror movie needs a good villain. Well, a bad villain. You know what we mean. How many of them do you think you could identify just by seeing a single image? Take the quiz and find out!
How to Restore Old Family Photos
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Want to know how to restore old family photos? Visit HowStuffWorks to learn how to restore old family photos.
How Kaleidoscopes Work
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Kaleidoscopes have been fascinating people since the early 19th century. Whether you think of kaleidoscopes as toys or as works of art, no matter how often you look inside, you'll never see the same thing twice.