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The Story of Eric Rudolph, the Real 1996 Olympic Park Bomber
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Eric Rudolph evaded the FBI for seven years, after planting bombs in Atlanta and Birmingham, Alabama. HowStuffWorks looks at what drove him to kill.
Depression and Diabetes
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Depression can develop as a result of poor diabetic care. Learn more about depression and diabetes from Discovery Health.
The Titanosaur Family Was the Largest to Ever Roam Earth
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That's the titanosaur, one of the largest land animals to ever exist, dwarfing nearly everything around it. Roaming the planet during the Late Cretaceous period — approximately 100 million years ago — titanosaurs are part of a family of sauropod dinosaurs known for their massive size, long necks and incredible diversity.
How Gas Prices Work
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Gas prices are on the mind of just about anyone that owns a car. Learn about gas prices, how gas prices are determined and what factors affect gas prices.
Is it safe to bleach my skin?
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Is it safe to bleach my skin? Find out if bleaching skin is safe at HowStuffWorks.
How Fever Dreams Work
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They're not hallucinations, but they're not just regular nightmares, either. Learn how fever dreams work at HowStuffWorks.com.
How Artificial Glaciers Are Hydrating the Himalayas
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Ice stupas are artificial glaciers that store frozen water to be used for hydrating crops in the driest stretches of the year in the high desert of Himalaya.
5 Cool School Tools
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These 5 Cool School Tools are must-haves for the modern student. Learn what 5 Cool School Tools you should pack for class.
Gender at the Gym: How Workout Preferences Vary by Sex, Age
Younger people are less into the gender divide of classes for women and weightlifting for men. HowStuffWorks looks at where gym workouts are headed.
What Is a Shaman and Can Anyone Become One?
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The practice of shamanism has mystical and spiritual connotations, but it's not tied to any specific religion or creed. So, what exactly is shamanism?