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10 Worst Ways to Die
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Is there a worst way to die? Hard to say, but here's our list of ten contenders for the title of worst way to die.
10 Offbeat Things Humans Have Launched Into Space
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Humans have sent a variety of items into space, from movie memorabilia to sporting goods. Learn about 10 offbeat items that have launched into space.
How Yogurt Works
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It's been part of people's diets around the world for centuries, but has recently become a health-food staple. Are you one of the people who seek a little culture every day?
10 Things Not to Do if You Want Someone to Stop Smoking
There are a few things not to do if you want someone to stop smoking, See the top 10 things not to do if you want someone to stop smoking at HowStuffWorks.
How Shrunken Heads Work
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If you think that shrinking a human head isn't possible, read on at HowStuffWorks for a frightening primer on the ritual and those that perform it.
How the Wii Balance Board Works
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The Wii Balance Board for Nintendo's Wii tracks a user's weight and movements. See how the Wii Balance Board works as a game controller.
Is there a scientific formula for funny?
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Is there a scientific formula for funny? Read about the science and secrets of humor at HowStuffWorks.
How Ouija Boards Work
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A key ingredient of horror films, junior-high slumber parties and occult practices, the Ouija board has been fascinating and scaring people for more than a century. But does it really contact the spirit world, or is there a more logical explanation?
How Mac OS X Works
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The Mac OS X was launched in 2001 with the Cheetah. Where did Mac OS X come from, and what technologies make it different from other operating systems?
How Ghouls Work
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Blood-sucking vampires and brain-munching zombies tend to hog all the undead credit, but we think ghouls deserve a macabre article all their own. Read it -- if you dare.