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Everyday Science: Gear Quiz
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Whether you know it or not, you probably use gears several times each day. Gears are used in a wide variety of mechanical devices including wrist watches, bathroom scales, washing machines and, of course, automobiles.
Oxycontin 101
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According to a National Survey on Drug Use and Health, roughly 2.8 million people aged 12 or older had illegally used the prescription drug OxyContin at least once. Find out about this controversial drug.
Can We Guess What Province You Live in Based on How You Speak?
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Is it a métro or a subway? Do you use utensils or do you call it cutlery? These are just a few examples of Canadian speech regionalisms - what can your speech patterns tell us about where you're from?
How Web Advertising Works
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Most of us encounter Internet-based ads on a daily basis, and some of us have the misfortune of being utterly bombarded. Does anyone actually click on those things? Find out all about the world of Web advertising.
Can We Guess Your Age Based on Your Taste in Music?
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While many people develop new musical tastes as they age, or fall in love with the songs of another era, most of us retain an affinity for the sounds of our youth. Let us guess what those sounds were for you!
Millions Are Texting — Instead of Calling — Crisis Hotlines
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HowStuffWorks looks at the rise of crisis hotline texting in the U.S.
How Freedom of the Press Works
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HowStuffWorks looks at press freedom in the U.S. and around the world.
How Formwork Works
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Formwork is a tool used to mold concrete. Learn how formwork works in this article.
How Willpower Works
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Willpower allows us to resist urges and impulses. Learn about willpower in this article.
How Should You Celebrate Your Next Birthday?
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Many of us struggle to find something interesting to do for upcoming birthdays, and some of us end up staying in on our own. This quiz will let you know exactly what you should be doing for your next birthday!