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Why Did Hundreds of Americans 'Drink the Kool-Aid' at Jonestown?
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In 1978, hundreds of followers of the Rev. Jim Jones died in Guyana, after being either coerced into suicide by their charismatic leader or actually murdered.
How Sweeps Week Works
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In times past, if a TV character was getting married, chances are it would happen in Sweeps Week. Find out how Sweeps Week works at HowStuffWorks.
Top 10 Speeds Clocked on the Autobahn
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The top 10 speeds clocked on the Autobahn are right up there with NASCAR and Indy race cars. Read about the 10 fastest speeds recorded on the Autobahn.
10 Famous Fathers
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Each of the dads on this list is a fascinating case study in how career success intermingles with raising kids.
How Antiques Work
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Antiques are defined by being at least 100 years old, but there are many more things to look at. Find out what to look for in antiques.
How Auto-Tune Works
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Auto-tune has become incredibly common and much more noticeable in recent years. Learn how auto-tune works.
How the Black Panthers Worked
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The Black Panthers were considered either heroes or dangerous Communists, depending on who you asked. Learn about the Black Panthers at HowStuffWorks.
How Zero Works
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You use the number zero all the time, but it may surprise you to learn that it sometimes isn't a number at all. It may surprise you even more to learn that it was all but invented. See what else surprises you about zero in this article.
How Start-up Capital Works
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When you're starting a business, capital is the long and short of it. You've got to spend money to make money, but before you can spend it you have to acquire it.
10 Homebuilt Tech Tools for the Developing World
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Homebuilt tech tools and DIY technologies can greatly improve people's lives. Learn about 10 DIY homebuilt tech tools for the developing world.