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How the First Olympics Worked
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Before today's spandex-clad (and some sequined) Olympians set their sights on the gold, silver or bronze, ancient Greeks competed for victory. How did the games begin, and why were the athletes gunning for olive oil?
How Nuclear Power Works
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On the one hand, nuclear power offers a clean energy alternative that decreases fossil fuel dependence. On the other, it summons images of quake-ruptured Japanese power plants leaking radioactive water. What happens in reactors in good times and bad?
How Professional Clowns Work
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Being a professional clown must be fun, but with training and more it's a serious business. Learn more about professional clowns at HowStuffWorks.
10 Pregnancy Superstitions That Are Old Wives' Tales
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It seems like every town has that one restaurant whose eggplant parmesan can kick-start contractions. But is a labor-inducing recipe an old wives' tale?
10 Most Thankless Jobs in Film
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We've compiled a list of the most tedious and/or low-paying jobs in show business. Here are 10 thankless jobs in film from HowStuffWorks.
Buildup to World War II: January 1931-August 1939
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This World War II timeline highlights important dates during January 1931 to August 1939. Follow the events of World War II and the German invasion.
Home Decorating Tips
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Do you want to decorate your home? Use these home decorating tips to do it all, from creating a design scheme to selecting the perfect accent pillow.
10 Most Spectacular Lottery Burnouts
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Winning the lottery is everyone's dream, but winners say it can be a nightmare. Learn about 10 of the most spectacular lottery burnouts.
How Kaleidoscopes Work
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Kaleidoscopes have been fascinating people since the early 19th century. Whether you think of kaleidoscopes as toys or as works of art, no matter how often you look inside, you'll never see the same thing twice.
10 Bizarre Treatments Doctors Used to Think Were Legit
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From tobacco smoke enemas to whirling chairs, doctors have tried almost everything to cure human disease.