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How Remote Controls Work
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In WWII, remote controls detonated bombs for the first time. Now some of us spend an hour looking for the remote before we remember there are buttons on the TV. Find out the difference between a "universal" and a "learning" remote and check out some of the other high-tech features you can find on remotes today.
10 Largest Economies in the World, Ranked by Nominal GDP
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Often measured by GDP (gross domestic product), the size of an economy is often defined by the total value of all the goods and services produced the borders of a given country. This gives us a nice, round (and often very large) number to stick next to a country's name, which makes it easy to compare to other countries.
Ever Stand Up and Get Dizzy?
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Some bodily phenomena make sense. An ice cream headache, for example - you know what you did to get there, you know you deserved it, and you have absolutely no regrets. Others are a bit of a mystery, like when you stand up quickly and see a dizzying array of stars.
How much do you know about summer solstice?
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From its pagan and its religious roots to the mystery of Stonehenge and other ancient sites, the summer solstice has meant many things to many people on this planet. See how much you know about when and why the summer solstice happens, and why it's been considered a magical time of the year.
10 Male Cat Names for Any Personality: From Milo to Jonesy
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Looking for the perfect name for your new feline friend? Whether you’ve adopted a curious kitten or a regal tomcat, choosing the right name is a big deal. A good name reflects your cat's personality, makes you smile, and might even spark a bit of envy from other pet parents.
18 Scariest Horror Movies to Guarantee You Won't Sleep Tonight
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Some horror movies just make you squirm. Others make you check the locks. But the scariest horror movies? These are the ones that invade your dreams, hijack your pulse, and make you reconsider walking down that dark hallway. They're disturbing, intense, and engineered to make your brain scream.
NBA Basketball Teams Quiz
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30 NBA teams currently take the court each year in pursuit of an NBA championship. Many of those teams have a rich history, while others have been trying to establish themselves over the past few decades. Take this quiz and see how much you know about each of these teams.
Can You Identify These Military Weapons From WWII?
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Get technical with the arms for this military quiz. We show you images of World War II weaponry that you get to ID. Celebrate your knowledge of lethal contraptions produced during the war that bested all other wars before it. Your Second World War ordnance knowledge is needed now!
How does a Crookes' radiometer work?
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I once saw this device shaped like a light bulb. It had a vertical support inside it, and on that support there were four vanes with four diamonds on the end. One side of the diamond was black and the other was white. I did a little research and found out that it was called a Crookes' radiometer -- how does it work?
The Rough Earth Snakes Blends in With Its Environment
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We're about to dive into the world of a snake you might not have heard much about: the rough earth snake. This small, secretive snake is found in various parts of the United States, and while it might not be as flashy as some other reptiles, it's got some nifty features that make it an important part of its ecosystem.