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How Wendigoes Work

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It's a 15-foot man-beast with glowing eyes, doglike teeth, a long tongue and no lips. Gray skin sags off its skeletal frame. We're talking about the wendigo. And it's coming to get you.

5 Ways to Keep Your Information Secure in the Cloud

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You can keep your information secure in cloud storage with these five tips. Learn how to minimize risk and keep information secure in the cloud.

Why Did Hundreds of Americans 'Drink the Kool-Aid' at Jonestown?

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In 1978, hundreds of followers of the Rev. Jim Jones died in Guyana, after being either coerced into suicide by their charismatic leader or actually murdered.

7 Reasons Bruce Lee Continues to Kick Butt

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There's a whole lot more to Bruce Lee than just an unusual death and kung fu magic. Here are seven things to know.

Can You Name These Overwatch Characters from a Screenshot?

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Multiplayer first-person shooter Overwatch was released in 2016 and is taking the world by storm! Are you a devoted fan who goes beyond casual knowledge of the lore? Test your smarts with this quiz!

Test Your Mental Mettle With These Ridiculous Riddles

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Riddles certainly aren't new. In fact, ancient Sumerians were writing them over 4000 years ago! Let's see how well you do with our collection of brain-teasers!

Tarrare: The Insatiable 18th-Century Frenchman Who Ate Everything

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Tarrare's unending hunger led him to consume anything—from live animals to inedible objects—making his life a medical mystery in 18th-century France.

How VO2 Max Works

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VO2 max is something that every triathlete should know. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about VO2 max.

How Sword Making Works

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The centuries-old art of sword making involves incredibly intricate metal work, and it's still being practiced today. Get a rare glimpse into the creation of this ancient weaponry.

How Joe Biden Works

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Joe Biden, a former senator from Delaware, was Barack Obama's pick for vice president. Read about Joe Biden's latest campaign for the White House.

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