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How the La Brea Tar Pits Work
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A sculpted mammoth shows visitors to the La Brea Tar Pits what these ancient animals might have looked like, but the pits themselves have looked the same for thousands of years. How did they form, and what discoveries lie beneath the sticky surface?
How Barbecue Works
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Almost every country in the world has some dish involving meat cooked over the fire. In the U.S., it's called barbecue. Come with us on a mouthwatering-journey through the history, politics and techniques of barbecue.
How Dying Works
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Dying is the natural end to life, but knowing that doesn't make the physical reality of death any easier. Find out what happens to the body as it's dying.
How Fuel Cells Work
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A hydrogen fuel cell is an electrochemical energy conversion device. Learn why governments are pouring money into fuel cell research.
How LARP Works
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If you've ever come across costumed people with mock weapons covered in duct tape, then you've probably seen some LARPers. Learn what they were doing.
How French Traditions Work
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What kind of traditions are celebrated in France? Find out about French traditions at HowStuffWorks.
10 Awesome Fads of the 1980s
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The 1980s produced some rad fads -- from neon-colored clothing to big hair. This list comprises 10 awesome fads that were popular in the 1980s.
How Space Stations Work
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Space stations allow astronauts to live and work in Earth orbit. Learn about space stations and how space stations work in this article.
Was there a real Atlantis?
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Was there a real Atlantis? Read about the search for the lost city of Atlantis and why it has obsessed scientists and historians for centuries.
10 Reasons the Multiverse Is a Real Possibility
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In 1957, Hugh Everett first wrote about the multiverse - different realms where every choice spawns a separate universe in which another version of ourselves does something different. It sounds crazy, but here are some reasons it might be true.