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Ashura: A Holiday of Varied Significance in Islam

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Ashura, observed on the 10th of Muharram, holds varied meanings for Muslims: Shia commemorate Hussain's martyrdom, while Sunnis mark events like Moses parting the Red Sea.

The 12 Most Aggressive Sharks

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Dangerous sharks may not hunt humans, but if they took a sample bite, they could do some serious damage. Which 10 sharks make up the worst in the ocean?

How Wireless Power Works

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Unless you are particularly organized and good with tie wrap, you probably have a few dusty power cord tangles around your home. Find out how methods of wireless power transmission could cut the clutter or lead to clean sources of electricity.

10 Reasons Not to Go to the ER

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Wondering if your health emergency requires an emergency room visit? See 10 reasons not to go to the ER to find out.

10 Insane Disguises That Actually Worked

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We're not talking about one of those laughable get-ups that celebs don when they want to go incognito for a latte. Nope, we're talking elaborate disguises -- from operatic to scientific.

14 Weird Christmas Traditions to Perplex and Delight You

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Christmas traditions are like snowflakes: No two are the same, and some are downright bizarre. Sure, Santa Claus squeezing down chimneys is strange enough, but the world is full of other weird Christmas traditions that make reindeer games look tame.

How Zombie Computers Work

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Zombie computers are computers that have been taken over by a hacker without the knowledge of the owner. Find out what zombie computers are and how they work.

How Feral Children Work

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For some children, being feral is a better alternative than the lives they left behind. Learn more about feral children at HowStuffWorks.

The 10 Heaviest Buildings Ever Moved

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The five heaviest buildings ever moved rank high in the history of structural moving. Learn what those five heaviest buildings are.

How Stratego Works

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Like chess but sneakier, Stratego is a gambit of wits and strategy. So how do you play -- and what does 19th century France have to do with it?

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