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How Social Security Numbers Work
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Social Security numbers are assigned to each individual citizen by the federal government. Learn about Social Security numbers and how Social Security numbers are used.
Spinosaurus Was a Good Floater but Lousy Swimmer
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The villainous dinosaur from 'Jurassic Park' probably never had an affinity for water.
What If There Were No Google?
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Unless you've been living under a rock (one not appearing on Google Maps' Street View), you're probably intimately familiar with the behemoth and its many services. But what would the world look like if this powerhouse company had never existed?
How Lawsuits Work
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Lawsuits are a common part of life these days. Learn about civil vs. criminal lawsuits, steps to filing lawsuits, settling lawsuits out of court and the trial process and lingo.
How the NASA Space Food Research Lab Works
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The NASA Space Food Research Lab develops all of the food used on NASA missions. Learn about the NASA Space Food Research Lab and space food.
How Eco-terrorism Works
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Eco-terrorism attacks people or things that threaten the environment or the wildlife it supports. Learn how eco-terrorism works and who's behind it.
What's a shark's "yummy hum"?
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A yummy hum is a sound that dying fish emit -- it's like a dinner bell to a shark. Read about the theory of the yummy hum and how it beckons sharks.
10 Superstitions About Birds
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As Hitchcock's 1963 horror classic "The Birds" taught us, it's a good idea to respect our avian friends. Before you accidentally let any bad luck take wing, peck away at these bird-related superstitions.
10 Sources of Unclaimed Money
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Ever wish you had a long-lost relative to leave you a chunk of change in their will? Find out 10 Sources of Unclaimed Money from HowStuffWorks.
How Gizmondo Works
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The Gizmondo is a handheld gaming console -- but it's also an MP3 player, a camera, a movie player, and a GPS reciever. Learn what else the Gizmondo can do and what sets it apart from other portable gaming units.