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Secondhand Smoke Basics

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Secondhand smoke is far more harmful than was originally thought. Learn about the hazards of secondhand smoke and what you can do to lessen the risks.

How Encryption Works

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How secure is the Internet for sending sensitive information? Learn all about encryption, authentication, hash algorithms and more.

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 First Olympics Worked

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Before today's spandex-clad (and some sequined) Olympians set their sights on the gold, silver or bronze, ancient Greeks competed for victory. How did the games begin, and why were the athletes gunning for olive oil?

How 9-1-1 Works

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911 gives people a single, easy-to-remember number to call in life-threatening situations. Learn how 911 has adapted to new cell phone and VoIP technology.

13 Iconic Photographs That Captured the World's Imagination

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Among the millions of pictures taken every year, some capture our hearts and stand the test of time. Here are the stories behind 13 of the most iconic.

How the International Space Station Works

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In 1984, President Ronald Reagan had a vision for a permanently inhabited space station. Today that vision is a reality we know as the International Space Station.

A Guide to Home Safety

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Home safety is an important issue. Learn valuable safety precautions that will reduce the risk of an injury or death occurring in your home.

Causation vs. Correlation Explained With 10 Examples

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If you step on a crack, you'll break your mother's back. Surely you know this jingle from childhood. It's a silly example of a correlation with no causation. But there are some real-world instances that we often hear, or maybe even tell?

10 Common Bankruptcy Questions

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If you're lucky, you'll never have to know about bankruptcy. But just in case, here are answers to 10 common bankruptcy questions from HowStuffWorks.

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