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How Sandbags Work
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There may be a time when all that stands between your home and the rising floodwaters are some sacks full of sand. Will this defense keep you safe?
How the Freedom of Information Act Works
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The Freedom of Information Act gives citizens access to government materials, but not every document is made public. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
How Crime Scene Investigation Works
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Learn what really goes on when a CSI "processes a crime scene" and get a real-world view of crime scene investigation from a primary scene responder with the Colorado Bureau of Investigation.
What happens to abandoned mines?
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Abandoned mine shafts may look romantic with their clapboarded entrances and rusting pickaxes, but they can be deadly. So who ensures that these dangerous sites are properly closed up? You may find the answer a little unsettling.
How Multiple Listing Services Works
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Understanding how multiple listing services work is fairly simple. Learn more about how multiple service listings work at HowStuffWorks.
How Does a Silencer Work?
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How in the world can a gun silencer work? How can you possibly take an explosive noise that can damage your hearing and turn it into a little "ffft" sound?
How Is the National Guard Different from the U.S. Army?
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The National Guard serves many purposes and does many jobs for the United States. Learn what the National Guard is and how it differs from the Army.
How to Figure Out the Cost of Taxes on Your Car
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To learn more about how much auto maintenance costs over time, follow these links.
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.
How Automotive Recalls Work
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Automotive recalls help to fix problems with cars and keep our roads safer. Learn more about automotive recalls in this article from HowStuffWorks.