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How Hypnosis Works
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The practice of hypnotism dates back centuries, and there are those who swear by its validity. Whether you're a skeptic or a believer, hypnosis is an interesting phenomenon. Check it out -- and let us know if you start to bark like a dog.
How Newspapers Work
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Newspapers are explained in this article. Learn about newspapers.
How Fast Food Works
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Unless you're in a particularly remote area, you can't go far in most developed countries without finding a fast-food restaurant. Learn how fast-food restaurants came to be and why they're so popular.
How College Rankings Work
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College rankings can be useful in selecting a college, but are these college rankings accurate? Can they be trusted? Read more about college rankings.
How Umami Works
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Umami has been called the fifth taste, joining the traditional quartet of salty, sweet, bitter and sour. Learn what gives food an umami taste.
How Fire Tornadoes Work
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Inject heat, ash and fire into a spinning mass of air. Watch as a funnel of flames leaps from the ground, reaches for the heavens and then races forward to consume everything in its path. Is such a phenomenon possible?
Swallowtail Butterfly Species Are as Picky as They Are Pretty
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Few insects are as eye-catching as the swallowtail butterfly. Known for their vibrant colors and uniquely shaped hind wings, swallowtails belong to the family Papilionidae and are found worldwide except in the Arctic regions.
Pareidolia: Why We See Faces in Almost Everything
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We see faces in clouds, on buildings - heck, in grilled cheese sandwiches. But why is that? And how is this a help to our survival?
How Unemployment Works
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Unemployment can be a tough world to navigate. Learn about unemployment, including dealing with job loss, saving your job, quitting and unemployment benefits.
How P.T. Barnum Worked
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Born to be a showman, P.T. Barnum overcame a number of obstacles (including numerous fires, the loss of several fortunes and one dead elephant) in order to make a buck. Who was this man who was so determined to create the greatest show on Earth?