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How Olympic Torches Work
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Every two years, the Olympic torch makes its way through a huge relay to the Opening Ceremony that kicks off the Olympic Games. Learn all about the torch's history, construction and transport.
How Spies Work
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Spying is a tense and often deadly way for governments to gather secret information from their enemies. Learn how spies are recruited and how they obtain information.
How does childhood obesity work?
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Childhood obesity is more common than you think -- about 30% of young people, ages 6-19, are overweight or obese. Learn more about childhood obesity.
10 Most Long-lived Empires in History
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Which historical empires lasted the longest? Read about the 10 most long-lived empires in history.
10 Strange American Traditions
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Americans celebrate many traditions without even considering how strange the rest of world might consider them. What do you think are some of the weirdest?
How Sump Pumps Work
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Sump pumps help keep your basement or crawlspace dry. Learn how to find out whether you need a sump pump and how to choose and maintain one.
How Lunar New Year Works
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Every year, millions of people plunge into a period of feasts and fireworks in celebration of Chinese or Lunar New Year. How did this holiday get its start?
How a Human Cannonball Works
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Who are human cannonballs, and who came up with shooting people out of cannons in the first place? Read about human cannonballs at HowStuffWorks.
How Near Field Communication Works
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Near field communication is a standard for very short-range radio transmission. Learn how near field communication can digital store everything in your wallet.
10 Ways to Ruin a Job Interview
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What are the absolute worst things you can do when interviewing for a job? Read about 10 ways to ruin a job interview at HowStuffWorks.