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Where Do Bullets Go When Guns Are Fired Straight Up Into the Air?
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If you've ever watched a gun fired into the air at a celebration, you've probably wondered where that bullet ends up. We've got the answer.
How Self-cleaning Paint Works
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Will self-cleaning paint be an option on your next new car? Learn about self-cleaning automotive paint at HowStuffWorks.
How Do You Become a Ufologist?
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If you're considering a hobby or career as a "ufologist" or paranormal investigator, there are a handful of routes that don't involve being personally abducted or applying to a secret government shadow agency.
Was the Wrong Person Convicted in the Atlanta Child Murders?
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Wayne Williams is serving a life sentence for killing dozens of black kids in Atlanta. But some say he didn't do it. The Atlanta Monster podcast investigates the case.
Is there any place on Earth that's safe from natural disasters?
Determining the safest place on Earth can be a little tricky. After all, if we all knew where it was, wouldn't we all be clamoring to live there already? And anyway, what do we even mean by "safe" -- and safe from what?
The Pink Fairy Armadillo Is as Mystifying as Its Name
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The pink fairy armadillo looks like something out of a children's book and is so rare that very few people have ever seen one.
Does sleep deprivation lead to risky decisions?
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Does sleep deprivation lead to risky decisions? Some research shows we can make bad choices when tired. Learn about sleep deprivation and risky decisions.
10 Cover-ups That Just Made Things Worse
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What were 10 attempted cover-ups that just made things worse? Learn more about these cover-ups at HowStuffWorks.com.
10 Reasons People Start Smoking
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Do you know the reasons people start smoking? See our list of the 10 most common reasons people start smoking at HowStuffWorks.
How Vocational Financial Aid Works
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Vocational financial aid is explained in this article from HowStuffWorks. Learn about vocational financial aid.