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How Suicide Bombers Work
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Suicide bombers use a unique form of terrorism in order to advance their message. Learn about suicide bombers.
Have we reached peak oil?
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Oil is a nonrenewable resource. Have we found all the oil there is to find, or is there more out there somewhere? What's the best way to wean ourselves from our oil dependency?
How the Nest Learning Thermostat Works
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What if your thermostat could gather information about your climate and lifestyle, and then program itself to maximize your comfort and save energy? The Nest aims to do just that, but is it worth the cost?
How Laughter Works
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In this article, we'll look at laughter -- what it is, what happens in our brains when we laugh, what makes us laugh and how it can make us healthier and happier. You'll also learn that there's a tremendous amount that no one understands yet.
Why don't we live underground?
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To live underground takes some serious planning: We've adapted to sunlight and air on the surface. Learn how to live underground and why it matters.
How Hulu Works
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Hulu lets you watch TV shows and movies online for free. So what's the catch? Is there a catch? See how Hulu works and Hulu's challenges.
What Is the Capricorn Birthstone? Discover Its Meaning and Power
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The Capricorn birthstone holds a mystical power most jewelers won't tell you about. Wearing this gem could transform your career trajectory and relationships in ways you never imagined possible.
In the Mariana Trench, Animals Adapt in REALLY Weird Ways
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The Mariana Trench is the deepest place on Earth, and we're still in the dark about much of the life that calls it home. Here are just a few of the trench's eye-popping residents.
10 of the Worst Parenting Tips Ever
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When you're a new parent, you're bound to get some bad parenting advice. Find out the truth about 10 of the worst parenting tips ever.
How Optical Illusions Work
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It's a young lady! It's an old woman! It's a blue dress! No, it's gold! Why are we fooled by optical illusions and what do they tell us about how the brain works?