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How Paper Shredders Work
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Despite a ho-hum name, paper shredders have an extraordinary (and juicy) history featuring the likes of Oliver North, Enron and all sorts of spies. What story will thrust this commonplace technology back in the limelight next?
How MRI Works
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An MRI scan is the best way to see inside the human body. See what happens during an MRI scan and learn about MRI images and MRI safety.
What Are the 17 Symptoms of PTSD?
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Post-traumatic stress disorder was first described by a doctor treating patients during the Civil War. Learn about post-traumatic stress disorder.
How the Deep Web Works
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Below the easily-searchable surface Web is more information than you can imagine. Find out what's going on in the deep Web.
How Geniuses Work
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Without a doubt, Einstein was a genius. They're easy to spot, but it's difficult to explain exactly what makes a person a genius. Learn why.
Are junkyard parts worth your time?
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Is it worth your time to rummage through a junkyard to find an old replacement part? Read about whether or not the hunt for junkyard parts is worth it.
Baldness: Types and Treatments
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How can you prevent baldness before you lose all your hair? Learn the causes and types of baldness, and read about different treatments for hair loss.
How do painkillers know where you hurt?
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As kids, we couldn't use big words to describe our scrapes, but we could point, and somehow the medicine knew where we hurt. It still does. How?
How Public Schools Work
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Public schools educate about 50 million students a year. A look at costs, challenges, magnet and charter schools and teacher quality.
How Automatic Braking Systems Work
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How much do you know about automatic braking systems? Keep reading to discover How Automatic Braking Systems Work!