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Groom of the Stool: A Crappy Job With Royal Benefits
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It may sound degrading to modern ears, but the groom of the stool, the person who helped the British king with his toilet duties, held an extremely prestigious position and was a close confidant of the monarch.
How Lasers Work
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Lasers are used in dental drills, eye surgery, tattoo removal, and (of course) laser pointers. Learn how different lasers generate such concentrated light.
How Revisionist History Works
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Revisionist history can range from simply correcting a date to reconsidering the causes of a war. Learn why revisionist history is controversial.
5 Donation Tips for (Really) Helping Disaster Victims
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HowStuffWorks talked to experts in disaster relief to find out the best ways to help people in times of disaster.
Could Waterbeds Ever Make a Comeback?
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Once a staple of homes in the 1970s and '80s, waterbeds have gone the way of the dinosaur. HowStuffWorks finds out if these beds will ever come back.
Cash for Teeth: The Legend of the Tooth Fairy
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HowStuffWorks looks at the origins of the tooth fairy.
Who Won the Cold War?
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The U.S. and Soviet Union fought the Cold War for 45 years via proxy wars and a near-complete polarization of the rest of the world. But did either side really win?
How Chat Rooms Work
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Chat rooms offer users the opportunity to meet and connect with one another online. Learn more about chat rooms and how they help people communicate.
Are there real-life fight clubs?
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A real-life fight club sounds dubious, but they really exist as outlets for men and women. Read about real-life fight clubs and how they came to be formed.
How Concrete Roofs Work
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Concrete roofs are exactly what they sound like: solid slabs of concrete capping the top of homes. How can concrete roofs protect you from big storms?