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How Identity Theft Works
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Identity theft is the fastest growing crime in the U.S. Learn about Internet identity theft, credit card fraud and identity theft protection.
How Men Work
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The idea that men are better at math and science than women are is one of many stereotypes that doesn't hold up well under scientific scrutiny. Learn exactly what makes men different from women and find out whether other common perceptions about men are accurate.
How Hereditary Illnesses Work
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Hereditary illnesses can be frightening to new parents, but they are usually rare. Learn about various genetic diseases and their causes.
Inside '300'
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Centuries after an army of 300 Spartan warriors held off 100,000 Persian invaders, the story has been realized on screen as '300.' Go behind the scenes.
How the Large Hadron Collider Works
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To understand the universe better, scientists from all over the world are going to harness the power of an enormous machine -- the Large Hadron Collider.
How Bridges Work
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Bridges support tremendous weight, span huge distances and all the while withstand the greatest forces of nature. Find out about these engineering feats (as well as some of the flaws).
How the Body Uses Cholesterol
Cholesterol is vital because of the role it plays in body chemistry. Learn what it produces in the body, including estrogen, testosterone and bile.
How did a programmer find sex offenders on MySpace?
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When MySpace claimed it couldn't patrol its profiles for sexual predators, Wired News editor and former hacker Kevin Poulsen took it as a challenge.
How to Treat Herpes With Aromatherapy
Herpes outbreaks can be shortened and some of the pain can be relieved with essential oils. Learn how to treat herpes with aromatherapy.
Can Santa Really Climb Down the Chimney?
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Can Santa really climb down the chimney? Learn about some of the different methods Santa Claus might use in order to fit down a chimney.