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How Paper Shredders Work
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Despite a ho-hum name, paper shredders have an extraordinary (and juicy) history featuring the likes of Oliver North, Enron and all sorts of spies. What story will thrust this commonplace technology back in the limelight next?
12 Far-out Charismatic Leaders (and the Trouble They Caused)
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Throughout history, charismatic leaders have emerged and changed the world - for better and for worse.
How Product Placement Works
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The 30-second ad spot is becoming less and less effective. Find out how integrating products into TV shows, movies, music videos and even Broadway shows is putting the merchandise back in the line of view.
How Bullfighting Works
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Bullfighting has had more than its share of fans and detractors throughout its history. Read about the history of bullfighting and bullfights today at HowStuffWorks.
10 People You Probably Didn't Know Were Black
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Some people don't appear to be Black. Learn about 10 people you probably didn't know were Black in this list from HowStuffWorks.
10 20th-Century Staples We Never Thought Would Die
A lot of folks once thought these 10 things would never become obsolete. Learn about 10 20th-century staples we never thought would die at HowStuffWorks.
1955-1956 Packard Patrician/Four Hundred/Executive
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The 1955-1956 Packard Patrician/Four Hundred/Executive could not save the Packard brand. Learn about the 1955-1956 Patrician/Four Hundred/Executive.
1960 Buick Electra
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The 1960 Buick Electra was more subdued than the 1959, but sported tailfins, VentiPorts, and a Wildcat 455. Learn about the highly stylized Electra.
Who was James Webb?
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He was responsible for some of humanity's greatest achievements, and his name now graces a massive NASA project. But how did a law degree lead to being a space pioneer?
What Is a Paywall?
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Paywalls are online systems charging visitors to access Web content. Take a look at who is using paywalls, how paywalls work and if they are feasible.