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How Gamification Works
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Gamification is rapidly changing the way we interact with our world. Find out what gamification is and find out if you are already participating in it.
How Personality Tests Work
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Personality tests are a huge phenomenon, but how legitimate is the science behind them? Find out in this article by HowStuffWorks.
Can You Really Make Yourself Invisible?
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If you're one of those people who chooses invisibility as your desired superpower, it could mean you have a dark side.
Milgram Shock Experiment: A Vital Lesson in Social Psychology
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Stanley Milgram's experiment was a controversial test of human psychology that shed light on the limitations of free will and obedience to authority.
Who's in Charge of Investigating Deaths in Antarctica?
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Jurisdiction over criminal matters in Antarctica could be a complicated thing. HowStuffWorks explains why.
Marked at Birth: Your Birth Month, Allergies and DNA Are Linked
Although scientists knew that birth season affected people's allergy risk, they didn't know why this happened. A study gets us one step closer.
Yes, You Can be Allergic to Vibrations
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Scientists are discovering why some people break out into hives from physical contact like clapping hands or running.
The Zoo Hypothesis: Are Aliens Watching Us Like Animals in a Zoo?
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Is it possible that we are not alone in the universe, but are just like animals in a zoo to the aliens who are watching us?
Why is it bad luck to mention a no-hitter during a baseball game?
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America's favorite pastime has more rules than you think. Learn why it's bad luck to mention a no-hitter during a baseball game at HowStuffWorks.
Has Earth reached its carrying capacity?
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Carrying capacity is the idea that sustainability requires balance. Learn about carrying capacity and human population.