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How Biodegradation Additives Work
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Plastic's handy, hardy stuff, but we don't want to leave piles of old forks and water bottles for future generations to trip over. Can special additives that break down plastics faster save the day?
How Presidential Debates Work
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The presidential debate is a time-honored institution that's constantly evolving. Learn about the presidential debate and the impact it has on voters.
The MOAB Bomb: A Massive Force, But No Match for Nukes
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The MOAB is the largest nonnuclear bomb ever used by the U.S. So what makes it OK to drop this bomb and not a nuclear warhead? We dive in to find out.
What are smart mobs?
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Smart mobs utilize technology to spread information about when to assemble and flee from authorities. Learn about smart mobs and smart mob technology.
Are women better politicians?
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Are women better politicians? They're certainly in the minority, but could that actually make women better politicians?
Mudskipper Robot Helps Show How Vertebrates Evolved to Walk on Land
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A robot to simulate mudskipper locomotion gives scientists a look into the success of the first land vertebrate ancestors, and points to our future on other planets.
Is it rude to use your phone at the table?
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You've spent hours cooking dinner for this party, and now everyone's texting? Learn why using your phone at the dinner table is rude at HowStuffWorks.
Can the President Control Gas Prices?
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Gas prices are notoriously volatile. Does the president have any control over how much you pay at the pump?
Contextualizing the Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand
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Sometimes, history can seem to pivot on a single event. While the underlying causes were numerous, historians generally accept that the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand was the most significant single inciting act of World War I.
Why Is Ayn Rand Still So Popular Today?
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Part-Time Genius podcast examines why Ayn Rand is still such a political rock star.