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How Income Taxes Work
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If you've ever filled out a 1040, you know the U.S. tax system and the agency that keeps it going are complex and mystifying entities. Get the lowdown on this essential piece of the U.S. government.
How Blast-resistant Clothing Works
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Your most rugged pair of blue jeans can't hold a candle to the cutting-edge blast-resistant clothing and technology. Sure, these fabrics are tough, but can they diffuse bomb blasts?
How the FBI Works
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The FBI is explained in this article. Learn about the FBI.
How James Bond Works
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With his dry wit and impeccable style, James Bond has been defying death in service of Queen and country for more than 50 years. Learn about his origins, allies, enemies and domination of the espionage thriller.
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 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 Virtual Reality Military Applications Work
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Virtual reality military applications include battlefield simulations and military vehicle simulations. Learn about virtual reality military applications.
How Embalming Works
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You may know that the ancient Egyptians used embalming in mummification. But they weren't the first to embalm their dead, nor were they the last. In fact, it's still being done today.
Do men and women cheat for different reasons?
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Men and women cheating on their partners often do so for different reasons. Learn about gender differences and studies behind men and women cheating.
10 Most Short-lived Countries
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It takes more than endless optimism to make your new country's independence stick. Learn about the 10 most short-lived countries at HowStuffWorks.