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Mitsubishi A6M Zero

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The successes of the Mitsubishi A6M Zero during the first six months of World War II stunned Western observers. Its dominance was frightening, but soon surpassed. Learn about the rise and fall of the A6M Zero, and its unique design specifications.

North American P-51 Mustang

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The North American P-51 Mustang spelled doom for the Luftwaffe. It was not only able to escort bombers on long-range missions and engage in dogfights, it could also drop and destroy the German Air Force on the ground. Read more on this pivotal plane.

How MMORPGs Work

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MMORPGs, or massively multiplayer online games, allow many people to compete in an online environment. Learn more about MMORPGs and MMORPG worlds.

It's International Women's Day and Time to 'Embrace Equity'

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March 8, International Women's Day, has been celebrated around the world for more than a century. This year's theme is "Embrace Equity."

When Does an Epidemic Become a Pandemic?

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The World Health Organization just declared the coronavirus a full-blown pandemic. What does that even mean, and how is that different from an epidemic?

The Happiest Animal on Earth Is the Quokka

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It's small. It's cute. It's the happiest animal on Earth. The quokka earned the title of world's happiest animal because of its "smile."

The Most Expensive Chicken Costs About $6K Per Bird

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Chickens might not seem like luxury items, but in the world of rare poultry, the most expensive chicken breeds can fetch thousands of dollars.

Freeports: Warehouses Filled With Art the Public Never Gets to See

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It's hard to imagine, but much of the world's most beautiful art sits, rarely seen by anyone, in tax-free warehouses called freeports.

How the Metropolitan Opera Works

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The Metropolitan Opera is among the most famous opera houses in the world. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about the Metropolitan Opera.

Marmosets Are Tiny, Upper Canopy-dwelling Monkeys

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Marmosets are some of the smallest monkeys in the world and are found primarily in the forested areas of central Brazil. And the males support their mates in a very unique way.

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