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Can You Name These '80s Movie Couples?
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John Hughes wasn't the only one who could write a love story in the 1980s. We're crossing genres here, people! Brace yourselves for the ultimate couples quiz ... '80s style.
Will buildings ever be truly earthquake-proof?
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Most loss of life in earthquakes comes from people being trapped inside crumbling buildings. And engineers have come up with many techniques to lessen the structural damage. But is there a way to make a building completely earthquake-proof?
10 Weird Dogs That Are Lovable in All Shapes and Sizes
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Some pups stand out, and not just because of their bark or bite. These dogs make people do a double take. Whether it’s their coat, their posture or their lineage, these weird dogs grab attention and never let go.
What is the history of the remote control?
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These days, remote controls seem to, well, control our lives. Most people tend to have piles of them strewn about their living rooms. But where did this ubiquitous technology come from? Where is it headed?
10 Hardest Things to Teach a Robot
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If we're ever going to live in a world in which machines behave like people, we humans have some teaching to do. But as this writing robot attests, we're not as far away as you might think.
How Much Do You Know About the Seven Wonders of the World?
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The Seven Wonders of the World are legendary for capturing our hearts and imaginations. People travel all the way across the world to see one of the wonders, as though it were a pilgrimage. This quiz will take you there, without the expensive airfare.
Can We Guess if You're Team *NSYNC or Backstreet Boys?
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For over a decade, everyone has been debating who was better between the two groups, and many people have taken sides. Take this quiz to see if we can guess if you're team NSYNC or BSB!
Can We Guess Which Month You Actually Were Born In?
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We can guess the month you were born in! How will we do it, you ask? Well, answer these questions about your life and the people you know, and we'll show you!
African Wild Dog: Not the Hyena You Think It Is
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The African wild dog is one of the world's rarest mammals. At a glance, people unfamiliar with the species misidentify it as a hyena. While both animals are spotted, the African wild dog has round ears and longer legs than hyenas.
10 Last-minute Stays of Execution
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Most people sentenced to death in the U.S. get at least one stay of execution. In one case, the stay came a minute too late because of a misdialed phone number. Here are 10 of the most unusual cases.