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The Heaven's Gate Cult: A Sad, Strange Story of Manipulation

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"Internet cult" Heaven's Gate is seared in the memory of the '90s public for the fact that 39 members committed suicide wearing matching tracksuits and sneakers, as the Hale-Bopp comet approached Earth. But what made them do it?

Why Did Napoleon Lose the Battle of Waterloo?

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Lots of things contributed to Napoleon's loss at Waterloo - including bad weather, superior British defense tactics and perhaps a bad case of hemorrhoids.

Recovered 'Lost Squadron' Plane Leads to New Mystery

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The search team used a radar-equipped drone to locate a P-38 from the so-called "Lost Squadron" that crash-landed in Greenland in 1942. But the story doesn't end there.

What If You Drink Bleach?

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A small amount of household bleach, while it sounds gross, probably won't harm you. But what happens if you drink more than that?

Can we control the weather?

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To control the weather we would have to come up with some technology straight out of science fiction. Find out if we can control the weather.

Does Canned Food Really Deserve a Bad Rap?

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Canned foods are super convenient, but there's often a stigma attached to serving them. Is that warranted? HowStuffWorks takes a look.

What Exactly Is a Personal Loan?

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HowStuffWorks wants to know exactly what a personal loan is, who can get one and if it's a good idea.

6 Ways to Get a Quick Personal Loan

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If you need money in a hurry, there are numerous ways to get it. But many of those loan options come with drawbacks. HowStuffWorks takes a look.

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