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What is a keyhole satellite and what can it really spy on?
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On a television drama last week, the plot involved photos taken of a Russian missile silo, and the characters mentioned a "keyhole satellite." What is a keyhole satellite and what can it really spy on?
Mushroom Facts
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Mushrooms, whether cultivated or harvested wildly, can provide a delicious addition to any meal. Learn more mushroom facts about these fungi.
Helping the Victims of Katrina
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Several groups are providing direct aid to the victims of Hurricane Katrina, including the American Red Cross, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and the National Guard. There are also many ways that you can bring relief to those in need. Learn exactly what these organizations are doing and how you can help.
Why Do We Trick or Treat?
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Are you wondering why we trick-or-treat? Learn why we trick-or-treat and take a look at the origins of Halloween.
Fact or Fiction: Raw Oysters Are Safe to Eat Every Month of the Year
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HowStuffWorks looks at if there's any truth behind the old wive's tale that you can't eat oysters in months without the letter 'R.'
The Comeback of the Cassette
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Unlikely as it may seem, cassettes are experiencing a huge uptick in sales. HowStuffWorks explains why.
8 Benefits of High-speed Trains
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One of the key pieces of infrastructure that we could really use in the U.S. is a high speed, efficient, and effective train system.
How will population growth affect energy?
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The world is growing at an amazing rate. Currently, the Earth's population is growing by 60,000 people every eight hours -- that's two children born every second somewhere around the globe.
Chocolate: Big Cravings and an Even Bigger Carbon Footprint
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Do you know the carbon footprint of that chocolate bar you're craving? Take a look with HowStuffWorks.
Science vs. '90s Disaster Movies, a Deeply Geeky Pop Culture Quiz
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We're still watching '90s campy disaster flicks for the action scenes and nostalgia value. But accuracy was never their forte. This quiz explains why.