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How Board Breaking Works
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How - and why - do martial arts practitioners bust boards without hurting themselves? Find out what the deal is with board breaking at HowStuffWorks.
10 Bizarre Olympic Events
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There have been some strange sports in Olympic history. Learn about 10 of the most bizarre Olympic events.
How Mac OS X Works
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The Mac OS X was launched in 2001 with the Cheetah. Where did Mac OS X come from, and what technologies make it different from other operating systems?
Casket vs. Coffin: Comparing the Burial Containers
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Made of plain pine or shaped like a shoe, mourners may inter them, suspend them or set them ablaze. How much do caskets and coffins differ?
How Toilet Paper Works
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It's an absorbing topic: Where did toilet paper come from, how is it made and why did it take so long for people to start using it?
How Oak Island Works
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Does Oak Island really have hidden treasure? Find out why Oak Island has been the focus of treasure hunters for decades.
How Dehydrated Food Works
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Dehydrated food has a long history. Find out how snacks and other foods are dehydrated and if dehydrated foods are healthy.
How Mermaids Work
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She's a Disney princess, a Starbucks Coffee logo and a metaphor for transformation. Occasionally, she's even "photographed." Why are humans so fascinated with these creatures?
How Satanic Panic Worked
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Satanic panic caused Americans to worry about cult movements intent on sacrificing children. Learn more about how satanic panic worked.
10 Bizarre Medical Conditions
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Bizarre medical conditions have baffling symptoms and often no cure. Take a look at these 10 bizarre medical conditions that have and do occur.