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Unraveling Khipu: The Inca Knot Language
The Incas never invented a system of written language, but khipu is how they communicated. HowStuffWorks looks at the language of the Inca.
Before Earhart, There Was Aviation Trailblazer Bessica Raiche
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She was the first woman to ever flew an airplane, and even helped build them. HowStuffWorks tells the rest of Bessica Raiche's incredible legacy.
The Tallest Statue in the World and 14 Others That Come Close
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Monumental statues have been a hallmark of human ambition for centuries, standing tall as symbols of culture, religion and identity. The tallest statue in the world is no exception — and neither are any of its competitors.
Understanding Bingo Basics
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Bingo, in some form, has been around almost 500 years. Find out how it got its start and how it's grown in recent years.
Traditional Chinese Medicine History
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Explore traditional Chinese medicine history through archaeological records, written texts, and recent developments in this fascinating field.
What is the moral development stage of adolescence?
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What is the moral development stage of adolescence? Learn about the moral development stage of adolescence in this article.
Tourette Syndrome Overview
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Tourette syndrome is a fairly common syndrome that affects as many as one in 100 people. Learn about Tourette syndrome and treatments for Tourette syndrome.
Explaining Diameter Measurements Used in Wire, Nail, and Bullet Sizes
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Bullet size is measured in calibers, but how are wires and nails measured? Learn about bullet size and caliber in this article.
How Nostalgia Works
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Nostalgia, contrary to centuries of common knowledge, appears to be a good thing. A really good thing.
How Stethoscopes Work
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Stethoscopes started as a way for 19th-century doctors to put some distance between themselves and grubby patients. Today though, this simple listening tool is one of the best ways to diagnose a range of problems.