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What causes 'old person' smell?

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We may not know how to describe it very well, but we all recognize 'old person' smell. Learn what causes 'old person' smell at HowStuffWorks.

450 Huge Geometrical Earthworks in the Amazon Hint at Past Civilizations

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Although the trenched enclosures were probably used to conduct rituals, they can tell us how the ancient indigenous people of the Amazon managed their forests.

The First 'Killer Robot' Was Around Back in 1979

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With the Campaign to Stop Killer Robots heating up, we step back a few decades to look at the first human death by robot.

Ridiculous History: When Scientists Hid Under Beds to Do Research

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Experimental protocol has changed since the 1930s when two researchers hid under the beds of college students to eavesdrop on their conversations.

Crowdfunding or Crimefunding? Fraudsters Kickstart Money Laundering Campaigns

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How do criminals use crowdfunding to launder money? Learn some of the 'scampaign' tricks at HowStuffWorks Now.

Unraveling Khipu: The Inca Knot Language

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The Incas never invented a system of written language, but khipu is how they communicated. HowStuffWorks looks at the language of the Inca.

Murder Memorabilia: Killers' Items You Can Own

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Stuff They Don't Want You To Know talks murderabilia and if there should be a line when it comes to selling the art and personal items of killers.

Do People with Bigger Ears Hear Better?

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The Big Bad Wolf told Little Red Riding Hood that his enormous ears made him hear better, but is that true? Learn more about ears at HowStuffWorks.

How can Google forget you?

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Do you have some incriminating videos, photos or more online? Learn more about Google's online forgiveness at HowStuffWorks.

Is it rude to talk about your salary?

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Should you share your income with dinner guests? Maybe not. Learn why talking about your salary might or might not be a good idea at HowStuffWorks.

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