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How Duels Work
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Pistols at dawn! The challenge is issued. To turn it down would leave you marked a coward for life. You meet at the chosen spot. You could be severely wounded or killed today. Why is all this happening? Because you made fun of his hat.
How Aphrodisiacs Work
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Most of us have heard the talk about oysters and chocolate, and maybe you've read an article about the stimulating effects of ginseng. But garlic, licorice and cucumber? Learn about the history of aphrodisiacs and whether they've been proven to be effective.
How Promoting an Online Business Works
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Promoting an online business can be a complex task. Read this step-by-step guide to promoting an online business to learn the basics.
How to Repair a Dishwasher
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The control panels on dishwashers can look intimidating. They're loaded with so many dials, push buttons, and other features that the machine looks too complex to repair. It isn't. Learn to repair a dishwasher.
What is the origin of life on Earth?
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What is the origin of life on Earth? Learn about theories of evolution and the origin of life on Earth at HowStuffWorks.
How Air Conditioners Work
Air conditioning has fundamentally changed how people experience the world. When it's hot outside, walking into an air-conditioned house is like walking into another season. How do air conditioners keep us cool?
How Pasteurization Works
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Pasteurization is the process of removing harmful pathogens from various types of food. Learn about the process of pasteurization.
What if a black hole formed near our solar system?
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Black holes have serious pull, and they're not afraid to use it. Could one of these skulking bad boys ever arise in our home, sweet (solar system) home?
10 Awesome New Inventions You'll Never Hear About
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Despite all the Slinkies, Band-Aids and BIC pens out there, many patented inventions that push the boundaries of innovation will likely never see widespread use, like this car that's grown organically and emits pure oxygen.
10 Mysterious Pains You Shouldn't Ignore
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Some pains should never be ignored because they could put your health - or worse - your life at risk. But how do you know which is just a little discomfort and which is a sign of more?