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How Spy Gadgets Work
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Spy films, like those starring James Bond, are full of special gadgets like lipstick guns, hubcap lasers, turbo hovercraft and rocket-launching radios. But which of these amazing tools actually have real-life counterparts, and which ones only exist in the realm of fictional spies like 007? Find out.
Can China control the weather?
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Weather control is being looked at by Chinese officials as a way of ensuring clear skies for the Olympic Games. Read about weather control methods.
How Iron and Steel Work
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The refining of iron ore is one of the most historically significant achievements of all time. Find out how iron gets turned into steel and what it's used for.
How Spam Works
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Spam mail is an incredible nuisance to most Internet users. Learn how spammers send trillions of spam emails a year and why spam is a problem.
How a Theremin Works
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A theremin is an instrument you can play without touching. Learn how a theremin works and the history of the theremin at HowStuffWorks.
10 International Toilets
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What types of toilets might you see on your worldly travels? Check out these 10 international toilets to find out!
We'll Be Impressed If You Can Name Even 11 of These Trees From Their Leaves
If not for trees the world would be a much less scenic place, don't you think? They may not get the attention that flowers do but they still deserve recognition. Why not climb the branches of this quiz and see how many you recognize?
How Well Do You Know Your '80s Wrestling Trivia?
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There are few decades in the history of the wrestling industry that have seen the business expand quite like it did in the '80s. Here's your chance to see if you remember the most significant events of the era.
Can You Identify All of These Backyard Animals?
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One could go on safari, or one could just sit for a while in one's back yard. Even in cities, wildlife is all around us, and we will see it if we just bother to look. Can you recognise what you see?
Can You Name These Classic Tennis Stars?
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Thanks to their combination of grace and power, tennis stars embody all the best qualities of the athletic world. Do you know these legends whose names will forever live in tennis lore? If so, get started on this quiz and see if you can serve up a high score!