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How to Drive Economically
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Energy costs are rising. Driving with fuel economy in mind is one step you can take toward conserving fuel. Learn to drive and save money on gas.
How to Volunteer at the African Scientific Research Institute
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The African Scientific Research Institute excavates and recreates the histories of communities founded by former slaves. Read about the work of the ASRI.
How Private Schools Work
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Private schools have been around for a long time. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about private schools.
How Landfills Work
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What happens to all of that trash you put on the curb every week? It doesn't just disappear into a parallel universe. Much of it probably goes to the local landfill, and how it gets handled there is a very involved system.
Pripyat: The Ukrainian Ghost Town in Chernobyl's Shadow
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The ghost city of Pripyat in Ukraine is one of the casualties of the Atomic Age and a warning to us all about the dangers of improperly managed nuclear power.
15 Largest Cities in China, Ranked by Population
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China is one of the most populous countries in the world, surpassed only by India. By the end of 2023, China boasted a population of about 1.4 billion people. Although this marked the country's second year of population decline, the largest cities in China are still some of the biggest cities in the world.
Millions of Phones Use GSM ... Meaning What, Exactly?
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If you travel internationally, Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) GSM is the only cellular service available. See how GSM works.
How Tankless Toilets Work
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Tankless toilets, which conserve water and take up less space than standard models, are common in public restrooms and some urban homes. Are the benefits worth having one in your home?
How Instant MPG Readout Works
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Instant MPG readouts tell you how much gas mileage you're getting at a particular moment. Learn how instant MPG readouts work and how you can use them.
How 'The Da Vinci Code' Doesn't Work
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Learn what happened when we took a close, hard look at 'The Da Vinci Code' and how it uses science, technology, art and history.