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How Stock Car Aerodynamics Work

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Stock car aerodynamics are affected by a number of things, including downforce and life. Learn more about stock car aerodynamics at HowStuffWorks.

Does the rotation of the Earth affect toilets and baseball games?

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The world's intelligentsia has managed to convince us that the Earth is round and makes a full rotation once every 24 hours. Why can't they agree on the effects of that rotation on toilets and ball games?

Why were some Japanese soldiers still fighting decades after World War II?

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A Japanese holdout may have been an obstinate threat in Allied eyes, but he was upholding the concept of bushido. Learn what inspired Japanese holdouts.

How did the East India Company change the world?

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The British East India Company established major precedents for corporations. Read about Queen Elizabeth's East India Company's ruthless quest for profit.

Can piranhas really strip a cow to the bone in under a minute?

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Can piranhas really strip a cow to the bone in under a minute? Learn about piranha feeding frenzies at HowStuffWorks.

Ultimate Guide to Fruitcake

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Love 'em or hate 'em, fruitcakes are an enduring tradition. And right now, we're smack-dab in the middle of fruit-filled log season.

How Archaeology Works

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Archaeology is the study of ancient civilizations and human remains, such as buildings, art or trash. Learn about archaeology and archaeologists.

How Biometrics Works

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With the help of Q, James Bond can breeze through a security system that requires the villain's irises, voice and handprint. Biometrics isn't just for the movies. Real-life businesses and governments are using it. Check it out.

What Is a Vegan Diet?

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Vegans take vegetarianism to a new level by avoiding eating or wearing any animal products. Learn about vegans and find out how the vegan lifestyle works.

How Political Conventions Work

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In an election year, political conventions take over the U.S. media for days, with political-party platforms and propaganda. But what real purpose do the conventions serve?

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