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10 Stand-ins for 'Where's My Flying Car?'

Who wants to share airspace with today's crazy drivers? Not us. So let's put the flying car future to rest and think about one with moon bases, undersea cities and other cool stuff.

    • 10 Misconceptions About the Flu
      science 10 Misconceptions About the Flu

      Lots of Americans believe that getting the flu is no worse than getting a cold. Or that the flu vaccine can give them flu. We separate truth from fiction.

    • 10 Nobel Laureates Whose Work Changed the World
      science 10 Nobel Laureates Whose Work Changed the World

      Sure, Nobel Prize winners get money, a medal and bragging rights, but the rest of us often benefit from their accomplishments, too. Meet 10 of these game-changing people.

    • Could investing in a racehorse make you rich?
      money Could investing in a racehorse make you rich?

      Think investing in a racehorse is a good bet financially? Think again. Sure it's cheaper than buying a professional sports team, and but it's definitely a gamble that probably won't pay off.

    • Why is there a controversy surrounding the word 'Xmas'?
      people Why is there a controversy surrounding the word 'Xmas'?

      There's no doubt that commercialism runs rampant during Christmas. So is the word "Xmas" just another casualty of the modern advertising age? Or does the X in Xmas have its roots in Christianity after all?

    • How do you invest in gold?
      money How do you invest in gold?

      Gold can be a wise way to diversify your investment portfolio. But how do you invest in this precious metal? Is it as simple as walking to the jewelry store and stocking up?

    • Does exercise really help with weight loss?
      health Does exercise really help with weight loss?

      You're proud of yourself for finally sticking with an exercise routine. But sadly, the needle on the scale doesn't move. Exercise doesn't have as much to do with weight loss as you'd think.

    • 10 Tips for Hosting an Elegant Christmas Party
      lifestyle 10 Tips for Hosting an Elegant Christmas Party

      Take your holiday party up a notch this year and host an elegant affair complete with fancy foods and divine décor. We'll show you how to do it.

    • What if we ran out of helium?
      science What if we ran out of helium?

      A helium shortage threatens more than just the balloon industry. Way more. Here's what at stake should we run out of this gas — which is a real possibility.

    • 10 Movies Based on Scientific Falsehoods
      entertainment 10 Movies Based on Scientific Falsehoods

      The suspension of disbelief is part of the movie-going experience. But some films that invoke science to set up their plots are doing so in ways that are totally, utterly preposterous.

    • 10 Ways People Rack Up Debt
      money 10 Ways People Rack Up Debt

      Americans identify terrorism and government debt as the two most worrisome issues to American wellbeing. If Americans are so concerned about the government's debt, why aren't we worried about our own debt?

    • What one thing will improve your credit score the most?
      money What one thing will improve your credit score the most?

      A low credit score can prevent you from getting the car, house or job of your dreams, but there's one surefire way to boost that three-digit number.

    • How White-collar Crime Works
      money How White-collar Crime Works

      Sure, the guy or gal in the modest business suit seems as honest as Abe. You think you could trust him or her with your life. But could he or she be skimming the books or dabbling in other forms of white-collar crime?

    • How Hanukkah Works
      people How Hanukkah Works

      Also known as the Festival of Lights, Hanukkah celebrates a very special triumph over religious persecution, when the Jews were able to escape oppression at the hands of Antiochus, a Syrian king.

    • 10 Myths About Body Fat
      health 10 Myths About Body Fat

      There are many commonly held beliefs about fat that aren't entirely accurate. For example, muscle simply can't turn into fat.

    • Do we still need printing?
      computer Do we still need printing?

      It used to be that every home and office needed a printer. Now that's not such a necessity, but are we really ready to give up printing?

    • BrainStuff: How Long Would It Take To Walk Around The World?
      shows BrainStuff: How Long Would It Take To Walk Around The World?

      Ben explains what goes into calculating how long it would take to traverse the globe on foot, and tells us about some intrepid explorers who've tried to do it.

    • Is there a secret city under Walt Disney World?
      science Is there a secret city under Walt Disney World?

      Urban legends about Disney World are a dime a dozen. Some are totally outlandish but others are true — like the one about the secret city under the Magic Kingdom.

    • What are the 12 days of Christmas?
      people What are the 12 days of Christmas?

      Have you ever caught yourself singing the "Twelve Days of Christmas" and wondered what geese, doves and milk maids have to do with the holiday?

    • What the Stuff?!: 3 Historical Words that Don’t Mean What You Think
      shows What the Stuff?!: 3 Historical Words that Don’t Mean What You Think

      Words matter - but there are a surprising number of historic words that many of us are using erroneously. Think you know it all? Let's take a look.

    • Where did Krampus come from?
      people Where did Krampus come from?

      Just who is this devilish holiday beast, and where does he come from? Explore the origins and ascent of Krampus the Christmas demon.

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