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How Lunar Landings Work
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People around the world watched as Neil Armstrong touched the moon and declared, "That's one small step for man; one giant leap for mankind." But how did we put a man on the moon?
10 Fun Careers in Medicine
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There's a wide range of occupations focused on health, and some jobs in medicine are really fun. Learn some fun careers in medicine at HowStuffWorks.
10 Monumental Events That Were Overshadowed by Other Events
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Where were you when Farrah Fawcett died? Chances are you don't remember. But if we threw out Michael Jackson's name you could probably answer the question. Guess what? Both events were on the same day.
How Google Fiber Works
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Is Google's broadband all it's cracked up to be? Get the scoop on Google Fiber.
5 Games You Can Play With Only Pen and Paper
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Games that you play with only pen and paper can be just as fun as modern, high-tech games. Learn about five fun games you play with pen and paper.
What was Archimedes' death ray?
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Archimedes' death ray is a fabled device that brought death and destruction to Roman ships. Learn about Archimedes' death ray and what it was made of.
10 Things You Should Never Throw Away
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There are items we consciously recycle and items we toss without a second thought. Here are 10 things you should never throw away at HowStuffWorks.
How Stratego Works
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Like chess but sneakier, Stratego is a gambit of wits and strategy. So how do you play -- and what does 19th century France have to do with it?
How Medicaid Works
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How does Medicaid differ from Medicare, and how is the program funded? Find out how Medicaid works and who benefits from it.
How Ambulances Work
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How are ambulances dispatched and why do they cost so much? HowStuffWorks takes a close look at the world of ambulances.