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How Comas Work
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Learn the physiological processes that trigger a coma, how an actual coma differs from television depictions and how often people awaken after months or even years of being in a coma.
How the U.S. Coast Guard Works
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Unique among the U.S. armed forces, the Coast Guard is perpetually on active duty, entrusted with lots responsibilities and chronically underfunded. Learn about the U.S. Coast Guard.
How Private Investigators Work
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Thanks to popular culture, many people have a clear mental image of the stereotypical private investigator. Find out whether the stereotypes about private investigators are true.
How NASCAR Pre-race and Post-race Inspection Works
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You might have heard about the NASCAR inspection process, but how much do you really know? Learn about the NASCAR inspection process at HowStuffWorks.
How IEDs Work
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IEDs (improvised explosive devices) are simple to make, easily hidden and very destructive. Read why IEDs are the weapon of choice for some fighters.
How the Grim Reaper Works
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The Grim Reaper is the black-cloaked, scythe-wielding personification of death. Learn why the Grim Reaper is so grim and why he's a guy.
Top 10 Ways to Improve Your Palate
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There are a couple of ways to improve your palate so that you can more thoroughly enjoy your heathen ways. Learn some ways to improve your palate.
How Cranberry Bogs Work
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How can something as delicate and delicious as a cranberry thrive in something as filthy as a bog? Blame it on the durability of this most unusual and hardy plant.
How Emergency Rooms Work
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Movies and TV shows depict emergency rooms as insanely intense places. But do you want to know what an emergency department in a hospital is really like? Learn all about what goes on in a real-life ER.
1966-1991 Jensen Interceptor
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The 1966-1991 Jensen Interceptor evolved as an independent British performance car. Find out what makes this limited-run collectible auto appealing.