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How IEDs Work
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IEDs (improvised explosive devices) are simple to make, easily hidden and very destructive. Read why IEDs are the weapon of choice for some fighters.
Did the Nazis invent the Volkswagen Beetle?
Did the Nazis invent the Volkswagen Beetle? Find out more about 'The People's Car' at HowStuffWorks.
What Is FaceTime?
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"Let's FaceTime" has become a common phrase, but what is FaceTime, exactly? Read on to explore how to use the Apple video chat app and the benefits surrounding its technology.
Tsar Bomba: The Most Powerful Nuclear Weapon Ever Built
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In 1961, the Soviet Union detonated the Tsar Bomba, still the biggest, most powerful nuclear bomb ever built. One of the cameramen who recorded the event said it sounded "as if the Earth has been killed."
How Electromagnets Work
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Whether they're sorting out scrap metal or helping us unlock the secrets of the universe, electromagnets are pretty nifty devices. What's so great about magnetism on demand? We'll electrify you with the details.
10 Safest Cities in Mexico: San Miguel, Merida, PV, and Beyond
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Travelers searching for the safest cities in Mexico often want clear facts about crime rates, safety concerns, and overall atmosphere. Mexico is a large and diverse country, and safety varies widely across regions, from northern Mexico to the Yucatán Peninsula.
How the Roku Streaming Stick Works
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The Roku streaming stick can help you watch TV when you want to watch it. Learn how the Roku streaming stick works.
Exoplanets: Distant Worlds Beyond Our Solar System
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These 10 remarkable exoplanets are the ones we'd like to investigate. Learn about 10 of the most remarkable astronomers have discovered.
How Military Camouflage Works
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Camouflage is critical in military operations. Learn about different types of camouflage and see how the art of blending in is keeping up with modern detection systems.
Not So Funny: The Mysterious 1962 Tanganyika Laughter Epidemic
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In 1962, at a girls' school in Tanganyika (now Tanzania), Africa, some schoolgirl giggles turned into a countrywide health crisis.