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How Mortgages Work
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A mortgage is a loan in which your house functions as the collateral. Learn about mortgages in this article from HowStuffWorks.
How Nostradamus Works
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Nostradamus is said to have predicted the rises of Napoleon and Hitler, the destruction of the World Trade Center and even the COVID-19 pandemic. But was this 15th-century astrologer really that smart?
How Foreclosures Work
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Foreclosures happen when you're unable to pay the mortgage on your home. Learn how foreclosure works and ways to avoid it.
Did the Mayan civilization end because of climate change?
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Over the years, many theories have been advanced about why the once-mighty Mayan civilization fell. But a newer one is getting attention: Was it because of climate change?
How Reverse Osmosis Works
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How does reverse osmosis work? Find out how a semipermeable membrane can act as a filter for some particles while letting others pass through.
How Dual Flush Toilets Work
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Dual flush toilets handle solid and liquid waste differently from the standard toilet. Find out how dual flush toilets get rid of waste.
How Haunted Houses Work
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A haunted house creates fear without actually harming visitors. Learn about what's involved when designing and building the ultimate haunted house.
What Is Augmented Reality?
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Augmented reality is explained in this article. Learn about augmented reality.
10 Ways to Make Money on the Side
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10 ways to make money on the side are explained in this article by HowStuffWorks.com. Find out the many ways you could earn more money in your pocket with this article.
How Bioarchaeology Works
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Archaeologists dig up and study the material remains of human civilizations. Bioarchaeologists do the same thing, except they focus on the remains of, well, us. What's the big deal about old bones and teeth?