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How Electronic Cigarettes Work
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Electronic cigarettes were developed to help smokers get their dose of nicotine without the chemicals associated with burning tobacco. But are they any safer?
Your Bed Has More Poop Than a Chimp's
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Think your bed is cleaner than a chimp's? HowStuffWorks looks at new researchers from North Carolina State University that set out to find the answer.
How the Microsoft Kinect SDK Works
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The Micosoft Kinect SDK is a software development kit that can be used to expand the possibilities of the Kinect. See what you can do with the Kinect SDK.
Is science phasing out sleep?
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Human beings have always found ways to ward off the effects of sleep deprivation. The newest wake-up pill has all of the benefits of caffeine and amphetamines with none of the down sides.
Bruce Willis Has Aphasia. What Is It and What Causes It?
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The director of the Aphasia Research Laboratory at Boston University explains the condition forcing Bruce Willis to retire from acting, including what treatment options could be available.
Do Japanese monkeys season their food?
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Japanese monkeys seasoning food might sound odd, but some use saltwater for taste. Learn how researchers discovered Japanese monkeys seasoning food.
Are people more honest or dishonest on social networks?
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Do online social networks have more honesty or dishonesty? Take a look at social network honesty research and find out.
Majestic 12
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Majestic 12, or MJ-12, was a secret government research team. The team was tasked with investigating multiple UFO crash sites. Read more about the Majestic 12 letter to Jaime Shandera and the ensuing controversy.
Only Child Syndrome: What It Is, Myths, and Facts
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Is Only Child Syndrome real or just a myth? Uncover the surprising truths about growing up without siblings—explore the unique traits, challenges, and advantages that set only children apart. What does science really say?
What NASA Technology Helps Keep You Warm?
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What NASA technology helps keep you warm? Visit HowStuffWorks to learn what NASA technology helps keep you warm.