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How Elon Musk Works
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Internet king turned rocketman? After making his fortune on the Web, Elon Musk entered the commercial space race. Will this businessman and his SpaceX company make space tourism affordable?
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.
How England Broke off From Mainland Europe 450,000 Years Ago
What geological forces separated England from Europe? Learn more about a new study in this HowStuffWorks article.
How Escalators Work
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You probably ride escalators all the time, but do you know how they move, and flatten, and keep the handrail in synch with the steps? Find out exactly what is going on inside an escalator.
How Espresso Works
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It's a great pick-me-up in the morning and a perfect finish to a good meal. Ever think about trying to make this stuff at home? Find out what espresso actually is and how to make a perfect shot every time.
How Evolution Works
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Evolution is fascinating because it attempts to answer one of the most basic human questions: Where did life, and human beings, come from? The theory of evolution proposes that life and humans arose through a natural process.
How Exorcism Works
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If you've seen the movie "The Exorcist," you have some idea of what exorcism is. But is it real, or are there other explanations for what some people call "possession"? Learn why a priest might perform an exorcism and more.
How Exoskeletons Will Work
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Exoskeletons will allow soldiers to run faster, carry heavier weapons and leap over large obstacles. Learn how these robotic suits will work.
How Exploding Head Syndrome Works
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You're deep in dreamland when you hear an explosion so loud you wake up. But there's nothing outside or inside your house making the noise. What just happened?
How Exploding Manholes Work
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Manhole covers have been blasting out of the ground in New York City. Find out what causes these strange explosions and how powerful they really are.