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How Olympic Timing Works
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In timed Olympic events, the difference between the gold and the silver can come down to a fraction of a second. You won't find that kind of accuracy in your typical wristwatch. Find out about the systems (and backup systems) that keep Olympic timing honest.
10 Technologies That Help Buildings Resist Earthquakes
Bend but don't break: That's the idea behind many of these temblor-thwarting technologies. They may even allow a building's inhabitants to walk out unharmed and start picking up the pieces after the earthquake subsides.
10 Weird Ways Tinder Is Changing the World
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Tinder is a popular dating app. Learn more about how it's changing the world at HowStuffWorks.
How the French Revolution Worked
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The French Revolution brought the end to the monarchy -- and many lives. Start with the Old Regime and follow the French Revolution to the guillotine.
How MySpace Works
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Find out what MySpace really is, what it can do for you, how it blew past the competition and why Rupert Murdoch thought it was worth $580 million.
How Siri Works
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Apple's mobile assistant Siri is the source of much comedy -- and frustration -- among users. How did Siri come to be, and how useful is it, really?
Scary Stories
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Whether it's for Halloween festivities or everyday fun, kids love scary stories. Browse this collection of read-aloud scary stories for children.
John Lennon
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John Lennon is best known as a member of the Beatles, but his life was defined by much more than that. Learn about the life of John Lennon.