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How Helicopters Work
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Believe it or not, the marvel we know as the helicopter began as a Chinese top consisting of a shaft - a stick - adorned with feathers on one end.
How Nitrous Oxide Works
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At the same time scientists discovered that nitrous oxide could numb agonizing pain, they also found it could make you really lightheaded and silly. Yes, huffing parties started in the 1700s.
How Rammed Earth Homes Work
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Rammed earth homes and buildings have been around as long as people could pack dirt into a sturdy form. Learn how these rammed earth homes are built.
How the Machine Gun Revolutionized Warfare
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The invention of the machine gun forever changed the battlefield. While soldiers once had to reload after a single shot, they now can fire hundreds of rounds per minute without a single pause.
10 Addictions You Might Not Know You Have
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Addictions don't always involve alcohol, tobacco or other drugs. Some addictions are common behaviors. See 10 addictions you might not know you have.
Top 10 Most Addictive Foods
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The most addictive foods are the ones you dream about and salivate over. Check out our list of the top 10 most addictive foods.
One Year In: COVID-19 Has Changed Us Forever. Here's How
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It's been a year since the World Health Organization officially declared the novel coronavirus a global pandemic. The last 12 months have been truly historic and life-changing in ways that we may not even yet recognize.
How Aerosol Cans Work
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They dispense everything from hairspray to cleaning products to whipped cream. Without them, you'd be doing a whole lot of pumping.
How Synthehol Works
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Synthehol might allow all of the pleasurable effects of alcohol without having to worry about the harmful side effects. See how synthehol works.
Is it against the law to violate a Web site's terms of service?
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Website terms of service are the rules for using a Web site's services. Can you be convicted if you break them? Learn about website terms of service.