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How Diesel Locomotives Work

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Diesel locomotives are some of the coolest modes of transport out there. Giant machines like these are just full of technological treats. Explore a hybrid-diesel locomotive - from engine to engineer controls.

10 Amazing Green Cities

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Sure, the Emerald City looked green, but you won't need green-tinted glasses to see how environmentally friendly the cities on this list are. What makes a city amazingly green?

10 Green Lawns Without a Blade of Grass

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Grass isn't necessary for your lawn to be green. Learn about ten green lawns without a blade of grass.

10 Mythical American Monsters

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Very tall, hairy, glowing eyes - that seems to be the go-to description for a lot of mythical monsters out there, especially in America. Here are 10 to keep an eye out for.

Marilyn Monroe's Early Life

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Marilyn Monroe was born Norma Jeane Mortensen in Los Angeles in 1926. How did this shy young girl end up as Hollywood's most iconic starlet?

UFO History

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Modern UFO history began with the 1947 UFO sighting by pilot Kenneth Arnold. Learn the history of UFOs from ancient times to the mid-20th century.

10 History-making Moments of 2008

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How Straw Bale Houses Work

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Straw bale houses use straw bales as insulation or as the structural building block of the home. Learn more about straw bale houses and see pictures.

How Seed Banks Work

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Seed banks store our world's seeds, in case disaster wipes out a plant species. Find out how seed banks protect our future.

Uncovering the Rare Occurrence of Hurricane California

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California Hurricane: Exploring the Rare Phenomenon and Potential Impacts. Learn about the history, preparation, and coastal vulnerability.

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