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Why Did Hundreds of Americans 'Drink the Kool-Aid' at Jonestown?

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In 1978, hundreds of followers of the Rev. Jim Jones died in Guyana, after being either coerced into suicide by their charismatic leader or actually murdered.

Why Is Herodotus Called Both the Father of History and the Father of Lies?

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Herodotus was a natural-born storyteller, whom scholars revere as the first historian ever, and critics dismiss as just a teller of tall tales. What's the real story?

5 Things You Didn't Know About Autopsies

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Autopsies have been around since ancient times, but they seem so shrouded in secrecy. What goes on when a corpse goes under the knife?

5 Food Animals That Are Smarter Than Your Pet

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Some food animals are smarter than your pet. Really. See this list of five food animals smarter than your pet to get a whole new take on bacon.

How Contortionists Work

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Contortionists bend, twist and fold themselves into all sorts of strange and unnatural positions. Find out how contortionists become human pretzels.

How Smart Rings Work

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Smart rings can give you a subtle nudge when you receive an important message. Learn how smart rings work.

How a Globe of Death Works

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The Globe of Death tests the laws of physics and the outer limits of bikes and bodies. See how the Globe of Death works.

6 Famous Literary Forgeries and How They Were Discovered

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HowStuffWorks takes a look at some of the most famous literary forgeries in history, including Hitler's diary and Howard Hughes' memoirs.

The Bizarre, Brazen Life of Cultist Aleister Crowley

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The late Aleister Crowley liked being known as 'wickedest man in the world.' HowStuffWorks talks to experts (and followers) of the outlandish cultist.

10 Lively Facts About the Day of the Dead

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Day of the Dead is not Mexican Halloween. It's a celebration of life when the souls of the departed come home for feasting and fun.

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