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Centralia, Pennsylvania: The Ghost Town Atop an Inferno
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The fire under the tiny town of Centralia, Pennsylvania, has been burning since at least 1962 and, to this day, nobody knows how to put it out.
What Is the Butterfly Effect and How Do We Misunderstand It?
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We may think the butterfly effect means that a small change (like the flap of a butterfly's wings) can have huge consequences (a tornado in China). But what if it means the opposite?
Deadly 1948 Donora Smog Launched the U.S. Clean Air Movement
A killer smog 70 years ago helped lead to the first federal air pollution laws.
The 1918 Spanish Flu Killed Millions — and Experts Fear It Could Happen Again
HowStuffWorks finds out about the history and lessons of the Spanish flu pandemic, 100 years later.
The Lyrid Meteor Shower Is Back — Here's What You Need to Know
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Every April, the Lyrid meteor shower fills the sky with shooting stars. Here's how to see them in 2023.
What Should You Do If There's an Active Shooter in the Office?
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HowStuffWorks looks at what you should do if you encounter an active shooter in your office.
Can we control the weather?
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To control the weather we would have to come up with some technology straight out of science fiction. Find out if we can control the weather.
The Ghosts of Gettysburg's Devil's Den
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HowStuffWorks looks at Devil's Den, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania and examines stories about its ghosts.
The Rise and Fall of the Oregon Trail
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Hundreds of thousands of emigrants traveled the 2,170-mile Oregon Trail. HowStuffWorks looks at what they endured in their search of a better life.
6 Ways to Get a Quick Personal Loan
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If you need money in a hurry, there are numerous ways to get it. But many of those loan options come with drawbacks. HowStuffWorks takes a look.