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How Zen Koans Unlock the (Gateless) Gate of Enlightenment
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A koan is a riddle or puzzle that Zen Buddhists use during meditation to help them unravel greater truths. We look at some examples to see how these enigmatic sayings work.
Who Invented the Light Bulb? It Wasn't Just Edison
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The light bulb literally brightened the whole world and Thomas Edison generally gets the credit for inventing it. But did he?
15 Longest-running Anime Series With 1,000 Episodes Each
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Long-running shows are something of a mixed proposition, and anime is no exception. It can be intimidating to try and catch up with a show that's several decades into its run, with hundreds — or even thousands! — of episodes already released.
El Chupacabra: Legend, Sightings & Facts
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The Chupacabra is a vampire-like creature that has been gaining notoriety. Learn about the legend of El Chupacabra and Chupacabra incidents and sightings.
What Are the 10 Biggest Airports in the World?
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Ever sprinted through one of these behemoth airports desperate to make a flight? Here are the world's seven largest airports, not by passenger volume, but by sheer size alone.
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.
How Urban Legends Work
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Urban legends persist regardless of whether they are true or not. Read popular urban legends and learn why urban legends are culturally relevant.
How Volcanoes Work
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Volcanoes are some of nature's most awe-inspiring displays, with everything from exploding mountaintops to rivers of lava. Learn how all the different types of volcanoes work.
How Television Works
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Ever wonder how television works? The technology has been around long enough to seem ordinary, but the box that brings TV shows into your home is an amazing device. How is the picture formed? Where does the color come from? Let's find out!
How Food Cravings Work
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As you surf the Web, your mind is distracted by the thought of warm cookies floating in cold milk. Will this craving ever subside, or do you need chocolaty satisfaction ASAP?