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10 Reasons Why Tesla Is a Scientific God

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He had patents and pigeons galore. His role in history books could be more. So come ye science fans, and read up on your Tesla facts, myths and lore.

How Presidential Memoirs Work

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With President Clinton's memoirs scheduled for release on June 22, there's a whole lot of talk going around about the nature of a presidential memoir. What is its purpose? What is the role of cold, hard facts in this type of book? How does it progress from idea to finished product? This week, find out what distinguishes a memoir from a general autobiography and see how a presidential memoir comes to be.

How Brainwashing Works

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Brainwashing is the attempt to change the thoughts and beliefs of another person against their will. Learn about the science behind brainwashing.

How the Underground Railroad Worked

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The Underground Railroad was a network that helped runaway slaves escape to the North. Learn about the purpose and role of the Underground Railroad.

How HeLa Cells Work

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While HeLa cells have been star players in medical research for decades, the woman behind them remained in the shadows for years. Discover the amazing story of Henrietta Lacks and her immortal cells in this article.

11 of the Biggest Lies in History

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You don't look fat in those pants. I am not a crook. I never met her. Lots of us lie, but some lies are more detrimental than others. What are some of the biggest whoppers ever told?

How Midterm Elections Work

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Midterm elections in the U.S. don't get the public excited the way presidential elections do. But there's a lot at stake, actually, during these contests. Why do midterms exist, anyway?

How Hillary Clinton Works

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Hillary Clinton is in the running to become the first female U.S. President. Read about Hillary Clinton and her agenda, voting record and career.

How Paper Shredders Work

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Despite a ho-hum name, paper shredders have an extraordinary (and juicy) history featuring the likes of Oliver North, Enron and all sorts of spies. What story will thrust this commonplace technology back in the limelight next?

Do Countries With Stricter Gun Laws Really Have Fewer Homicides?

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Ask a card-carrying member of the NRA and you'll get one answer. Ask a member of Everytown for Gun Safety and you'll get another. We look at the research that underlies this controversial topic.

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