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How Handwriting Analysis Works
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When there's a suspect in a crime and the evidence includes a handwritten note, investigators may call in handwriting experts to see if there's a match. How exactly do experts go about analyzing someone's handwriting?
New Study Shows Cannabis Boosts Memory in Older Mice
Researchers have shown that THC in marijuana alters the structure of the brains in older mice to be more like brains of younger mice. Could the same be true for humans?
Why Do Dogs Tilt Their Heads?
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If you think there's one easy explanation behind this cute canine behavior, think again. There are several theories. But a new study has found a sweet reason for head tilting in dogs.
Marked at Birth: Your Birth Month, Allergies and DNA Are Linked
Although scientists knew that birth season affected people's allergy risk, they didn't know why this happened. A study gets us one step closer.
Hot or Not: What Makes Some Places Naturally High in Radioactivity
Surprisingly, living in a city with a high level of natural radiation doesn't have any ill effects.
Why DNA Evidence Can Be Unreliable
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DNA found at a crime scene doesn't automatically mean the person matching it is guilty, say researchers of new forensics guide.
How to Protect Your Property from a Storm Surge
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The deadliest aspect of a hurricane is the storm surge. So is there any way to protect your property from this powerful force?
Sarah the Cheetah, the World's Fastest Land Animal, Has Died
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The cheetah set multiiple land-speed records over her 15 years, and was recently put down. Learn more in this HowStuffWorks Now video.
Why Humans Scream, Make Crazy Faces When Terrified
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Wouldn't keeping quiet help us get away from whatever's scaring us? What's the science behind the weird face and raw shout?
Can You Pass a Basic Physics Test?
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Don't worry, this quiz won't test you on quantum and theoretical physics, just the fun, real-world stuff that underlies everything from aviation to baseball to boxing. Get ready to show off your science savvy now!