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How SWAT Teams Work
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A SWAT (Special Weapons and Tactics) team is an elite unit within a police force, used for exceptional situations that require increased firepower or specialized tactics. Find out how SWAT team members train, what gear they use and how they conduct raids.
How Abortion Works
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Abortion issues make every politican's platform, but what about the procedure behind the politics? What happens during an abortion and after one?
How Aluminum Works
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Aluminum is used in many products, from pots and pans to light bulbs and power lines. Learn how aluminum went undiscovered for so long.
Natural Sleep Aids
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Natural sleep aids are often confused with scams. Learn how these legitimate methods of inducing sleep can help you get some shut-eye.
How Google Works
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Google launched on Sept. 4, 1998. HowStuffWorks looks at how it's evolved from a two-man enterprise into a multibillion-dollar corporation.
How NASCAR Safety Works
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NASCAR safety has improved dramatically since the death of Dale Earnhardt. Learn about NASCAR safety technology and see pictures of NASCAR safety devices.
How Luminol Works
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Have you seen investigators on crime shows who spray some stuff on a "clean" carpet and suddenly -- blood stains! Well, of all the fictional technology on TV, it turns out this stuff is real! Find out how luminol reveals the blood.
How do astronauts eat in space?
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Astronauts eat in space with the help of special contraptions and carefully packaged food. Learn more about how astronauts eat in space.
What makes evidence inadmissible in court?
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What makes evidence inadmissible in court is determined by the Federal Rules of Evidence. Learn exactly what makes evidence inadmissible in court here.
What's the problem with Microsoft Word?
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In the last two months, hackers have exploited at least four different "zero day" flaws in Microsoft Word, and most of these security holes remain unpatched. Find out what's wrong with Microsoft Word.