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10 Outrageous Experiments Conducted on Humans
Some truly bizarre and troubling things have been done through the ages in the quest for scientific knowledge. The 10 experiments on this list all made humans into lab rats.
10 Last-minute Stays of Execution
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Most people sentenced to death in the U.S. get at least one stay of execution. In one case, the stay came a minute too late because of a misdialed phone number. Here are 10 of the most unusual cases.
How Suicide Bombers Work
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Suicide bombers use a unique form of terrorism in order to advance their message. Learn about suicide bombers.
How Snake Handlers Work
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Snake handlers risk their lives every time they hold a venomous snake. Learn more about snake handlers at HowStuffWorks.
Top 10 Green Advances in Commercial Building
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Commercial buildings are getting in on the eco-building trend. Read about the top 10 green advances in commercial building at HowStuffWorks.
10 Types of Computers, From Wearables to Supercomputers
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Do you know the different types of computers? Take a look at our list of 10 types of computers and learn about laptops, wearables, PCs and smartphones.
How Hazing Works
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Hazing is usually associated with college pranks, but it's gotten deadlier over the past two decades. HowStuffWorks looks at the increase in hazing.
Japan Surrenders and World War II Ends: June 1945-September 1945
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This World War II timeline covers events from June to September 1945. Follow the events that led to Japan's surrender and the end of World War II.
10 Innovations in Water Purification
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As far back as 1500 B.C.E., people were trying to purify water to make it drinkable. And we're still at it. Today inventors use tools as simple as clay and as sophisticated as carbon nanotubes to bring clean water to the world.
How Maps Work
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A map is a type of language, a graphic way of representing information, whether it's to show population density or tell you how to get from Point A to Point B. Here's how they're made.