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How Bird Flu Works
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Bird flu is an infectious disease that has swept through the Asian bird population. Learn how bird flu spreads and the risks posed by antigenic drift and shift.
How the CIA Works
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Despite plenty of Hollywood films about the CIA and its spies, many people still don't know what the agency actually does. Take a look at the history of the CIA.
How Carbon Offsets Work
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Carbon offsets are a form of trade that funds projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Learn about carbon offsets and carbon offset programs.
10 Ways to Cool Your Roof
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With the increase in "green building," cool roofs are becoming popular. These are roofs that have been built or modified to maintain a lower temperature in bright sun. We'll examine some of the many ways you can cool your roof.
10 Things That Never Go on Sale
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Some items are worth paying full price. Read about 10 things that never go on sale at TLC.
How The Thing Works
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The Thing is a cultural icon that just won't die. Learn more about the creature from the classic 1950s sci-fi flick The Thing.
Home Remedies for Dogs With Worms
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Dogs are vulnerable to many different types of worms. Learn how to treat dogs with worms.
How To Get Stains Out of Clothes
An unsightly stain on your favorite shirt or dress can be such an annoyance. Learn how to get stains out of clothes.
Can You Identify All of These Brands You'd Find at Lowe's?
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Can you prove you're the king (or queen) of home improvement? See how many of these brands you can identify from the 11 product categories at Lowe's. Online, Lowe's offers 400,000 products. Here, you only need to know 40! It's time to drop the hammer!
How Bug Spray Works
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Our world is full of insects, and our first response to seeing one is usually to reach for a can of spray to zap it. Is this good idea? What's in your typical can of bug spray? And, could it harm you, too?