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Could a planet exist without a host star?

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It's not uncommon for planets to wander alone through the universe like big, sullen teenagers. But how do they end up flying solo, and could they still harbor life?

Was the Iroquois Great Law of Peace the Source for the U.S. Constitution?

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Historians doubt that the Iroquois Confederacy directly inspired the U.S. Constitution. HowStuffWorks looks at what influences the Iroquois' ideas may have had on the former colonists.

How Supervolcanoes Work

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Only a few natural events pack the power to knock global civilization on its heels. One is a planet-killing meteor. Care to guess the other?

10 Best Roofing Materials for Warmer Climates

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The first real line of defense against the heat is a building's roof. And some materials are better than others -- especially in hot climates. See which ones are best at keeping the heat at bay.

How the Gemini Spacecraft Worked

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The Gemini spacecraft took 20 astronauts to space and back. Find out how the Gemini spacecraft took NASA one step closer to landing on the moon.

Horseshoe Crabs Endangered by Biomedical Bloodletting

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Horseshoe crabs are a valuable commodity to the biomedical industry, which is not helping their chances of survival. HowStuffWorks takes a look.

How the Death Star Works

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With so much global unrest, governments worldwide are struggling to devise new methods to maintain order. The Galactic Empire's solution to order is the Death Star. Learn the fascinating history behind this powerful military and political tool, discover other incarnations of the Death Star and find out what really happens when you blow up a planet.

Is there life after death?

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Is there life after death? Most of us have pondered this question. See research and studies on life after death at HowStuffWorks.

How Smart Power Strips Work

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Smart power strips are explained in this article. Learn about smart power strips.

How a Supernova Works

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A dying star can explode with the force of a few octillion nuclear bombs and create any element in the universe. But why do stars go supernova?

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