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5 Reasons to Thank a Nurse Today
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Have you thanked a nurse today, or recently? Nurses are usually providing care on the frontlines. See more reasons to thank a nurse today.
How Nostradamus Works
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Nostradamus is said to have predicted the rises of Napoleon and Hitler, the destruction of the World Trade Center and even the COVID-19 pandemic. But was this 15th-century astrologer really that smart?
Timeline of the September 11 Attacks
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The September 11th attacks timeline seemed to progress quickly, but the event was years in planning. Check out this timeline of September 11th.
How Anesthesia Works
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Anesthesia is used in surgeries as a method of minimizing pain during the procedure. Learn about anesthesia and the different types of anesthesia.
10 Biggest Manhunts of All Time
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What were the biggest manhunts of all time? Learn about the biggest manhunts of all time from HowStuffWorks.
Top 10 Weirdest Prescription Drug Side Effects
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Prescription drug side effects are sometimes unavoidable -- there's no magic bullet for patients. But check out the weirdest prescription drug side effects.
Will the Real Brachiosaurus Please Stand Up?
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Brachiosaurus has been portrayed in popular culture many times, but the representations of this mysterious dinosaur are largely based on another massive dino called Giraffatitan brancai.
Could salt water fuel cars?
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Salt water fuel could be the next viable alternative to foreign oil. Learn about the ongoing research behind the concept of salt water fuel.
What If There Were No Such Thing As Illness?
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It's a crazy thought, but what if cancer didn't exist? And malaria, schizophrenia and every other illness that disrupts our normal functioning? Come along as we investigate what such a world might look like.
What Is the Butterfly Effect and How Do We Misunderstand It?
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We may think the butterfly effect means that a small change (like the flap of a butterfly's wings) can have huge consequences (a tornado in China). But what if it means the opposite?