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How Synanon Went From Rehab Philosophy to Violent Cult
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Synanon began as an alternative rehabilitation program for alcoholics and drug addicts in Santa Monica, California, during the 1950s and 60s.
Some Chinese Restaurants Laced Food With Opium—What Would Happen if You Ate It?
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Could Chinese food laced with opium actually make you return to the same restaurant? Learn more in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
Remembering Some of the Craziest Custom RVs
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Learn about some of history's craziest custom RVs, compliments of the guys at CarStuff.
Tiny Underwater Snails Fly Through Water Using Same Physics as Winged Insects
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A new look at the sea butterfly snail reveals a surprising case of convergent evolution. Learn more in this HowStuffWorksNow article.
This Star Survived Being Swallowed by a Black Hole
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A new kind of survival story: Scientists discovered a star that came near a black hole and lived to tell the tale - at least temporarily.
The Rockin' State Fossils Quiz
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One of America's national treasures is its diverse and bountiful fossil record. Take our U.S. states fossils quiz to learn more about fossils.
'Nightingale' Floors Served as Security Warning System in Ancient Japan
In 17th century Japan, wealthy citizens built homes with "nightingale floors" that squeaked, warning them of intruders. In fact, the floors squeaked louder when the steps got lighter.
Barbie Turns 60, Becomes an Astrophysicist
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Barbie, the ultimate classic doll, turns 60 this year. HowStuffWorks goes to the party.
Parasitic Wasp Larvae Eat Host From Inside Out
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These parasitic wasps eat their hosts from the inside. HowStuffWorks takes a look.
Quiz: How Did States Get Their Names?
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What does 'Massachusetts' really mean? Find out what you really know about the names of America's states with our HowStuffWorks quiz.