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How Olympic Timing Works
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In timed Olympic events, the difference between gold and silver can come down to a fraction of a second. You won't find that kind of accuracy in your typical wristwatch. Find out about the systems (and backup systems) that keep Olympic timing honest.
10 Most Destructive Storms
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Witch homicide aside, Dorothy was lucky that her home safely traveled to Oz after the tornado. Many people who lived through the storms on our list were left with nothing.
How Campaign Finance Works
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Campaign finance is big business and may cost you a presidency. Learn about campaign finance history, contributions, spending and reform strategies.
Why Some People Don't Grieve
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Learn about different types of grief and how people grieve from Discovery Health.
How Xbox One Works
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The Xbox One is Microsoft's offering to go up against the PlayStation 4. Find out about the Xbox One's bid to dominate your living room.
How Calories Work
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Calories -- people are constantly counting them and cutting them. At any given time, millions of people are trying to slim down. Learn all about calories and exactly how (and why) they affect your weight.
How Teleportation Will Work
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Looking forward to instantaneous travel? The Star Trek teleporter is one step closer to reality. Scientists have now teleported a laser beam. Could humans be next?
How to Lucid Dream
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Lucid dreaming is when you're in a dream, but you're aware in you're in a dream. Learn more about lucid dreaming.
How Answering Services Work
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Answering services are used in a wide variety of industries. Learn more about answering services at HowStuffWorks.
If I'm on a Cruise Ship, What Laws Do I Have To Adhere To?
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Cruise ship law is imprecise and crimes are difficult to prosecute. Learn about cruise ship law, cruise ship crime and the code of the high seas.