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16 World-Famous Architects and Their Impact
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We see buildings pop up and get torn down all the time, but some structures (and the architects who designed them) were built to last. These 16 are some of the most famous.
How Cremation Works
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First, you burn the body until only brittle, pulverized bones are left. These remains are pulverized into ashes, and then placed into urns -- or diamonds, coral reefs and even outer space.
The Epic History of Werewolves
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Werewolves are popular creatures in folklore where a man changes into a wolf. Learn more about werewolves and find out where werewolves originated.
How Gin Works
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In the 18th century, gin was considered as addictive as crack. Then it became part of a cure-all for tropical ailments. Learn more about gin's storied history.
How Comic Books Work
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Comic books represent a game-changing, generation-spanning art form that is more than just superheroes in tights. Learn about how comic books work.
Ultimate Guide to Elmo
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Elmo, the furry red Muppet on 'Sesame Street,' is the most recognized children's character in the United States. Read this in-depth look at Elmo.
10 Things You Should Never Mix With Alcohol
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Juice and soda mix well with alcohol, but a few things don't mix so well. Some may just produce embarrassing moments. Others could cost you your life.
Top 10 Game-changing Military Technologies
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These 10 technologies changed war and the course of history as we know it. Some of these battlefield innovations, like adding grooves to gun barrels, are surprisingly simple. So what else made our list?
How Competitive Figure Skating Works
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Competitive figure skating is a sport that requires grace, strength and flexibility. Learn about competitive figure skating from HowStuffWorks.
United States Enacts the Lend-Lease Bill: January 1941-June 1941
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This World War II timeline highlights important dates from January 1941 to June 1941. Follow the events of World War II and the German invasion.