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Inside "Twilight"
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"Twilight" is the story of a teenage girl and her first love, who also happens to be a vampire. Go inside "Twilight."
How the Terracotta Army Works
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The Terracotta Army was commissioned under Emperor Qin as protection for the afterlife. Learn why the Terracotta Army isn't as unique as it is massive.
20 Notable People Who Dropped Out of School
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These 20 people, including Thomas Edison, Princess Diana and Benjamin Franklin, achieved notable success in life, even after dropping out of school.
How Mexican Traditions Work
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Many Mexican traditions go back for hundreds of years. Read about Mexican traditional food, clothing, music and more at HowStuffWorks.
How Ticks Work
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Ticks are parasites that feed on the blood of their hosts, and are known for carrying diseases. Learn about ticks and find out how to remove ticks.
10 Amazing Ancient Egyptian Inventions
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There may be no greater tribute to a society's ingenuity and vision than the Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt. What other cool stuff did the ancient Egyptians invent?
Scary Stories
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Whether it's for Halloween festivities or everyday fun, kids love scary stories. Browse this collection of read-aloud scary stories for children.
How to Stimulate a Child's Mind
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If you stimulate a child's mind, he or she will grow up to be engaged and excited about the world. Learn how to bring out the best in a child.
Behind the X Prize
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We know who won - top-runner SpaceShipOne. We know what the team receives for that accomplishment: $10 million and an obscenely gigantic trophy. But what about the story behind the contest? Learn about the rules, restrictions, red tape, test crashes, successful launches and the technological innovations that may get you into sub-orbit sooner than you think.
Top 10 Famous Female Sideshow Freaks
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These 10 female sideshow freaks sure knew how to put on a show. Read the real stories behind sideshow freaks like the Two-headed Nightingale and the Baboon Lady.