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Have we reached peak oil?
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Oil is a nonrenewable resource. Have we found all the oil there is to find, or is there more out there somewhere? What's the best way to wean ourselves from our oil dependency?
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?
How Home Thermostats Work
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Thermostats are in every household, but have you ever wondered how they work? Learn about thermostats and take a look inside a home thermostat.
How Braille Works
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In spite of being so small and easy to overlook, Braille is amazing. Learn why Braille was invented and about the impact that it has had on the blind.
Top 10 Supercomputers
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If you're not up on the latest supercomputer news, you're in luck. See this list of the top 10 supercomputers to learn about the major players in computing.
How Gold Works
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We love it. We wear it glittering around our necks and sparkling at our ears, wrists and feet. We pass it down to our children and hoard it in secret stashes. Why is this precious metal so prized?
How Robotic Vacuums Work
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Robotic vacuums can clean the house, remember its layout and find their own charging station. Learn about robotic vacuums and see the inside of a Roomba Red.
5 Most Effective Campaign Ads
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Can you name the 5 Most Effective Campaign Ads? Keep reading to learn about the Most Effective Campaign Ads at HowStuffWorks.
5 Signs of Overparenting
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How do you know if you're overparenting? Read about 5 signs of overparenting at HowStuffWorks.
How the Autobahn Works
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The autobahn has a reputation for high-speed freedom, but it's not as wild as you may think. Read about the autobahn at HowStuffWorks.