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Why did Thomas Edison electrocute an elephant?
You may have heard of Topsy the elephant and her sad demise at the hands of Thomas Edison. But what's the real story?
If Only 'Lost' Were Real -- Wait, Is It?
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For those of you who don't know, the action-soap drama wrapped up its second season earlier this week. During commercial breaks over the past few episodes, ABC has run advertisements for the Hanso Foundation, a fictional organization tied to the show's plotline...or is it?
How Transmission Coolers Work
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Transmission coolers are an excellent way to keep transmission temperatures in check while towing cargo. Learn all about transmission coolers at HowStuffWorks.
Shooting the Stars as an Astrophotographer
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Do you love looking at beautiful pictures of the night sky? How do space photographers get those shots? And could you join their ranks?
Futurology: 5 Ways Society Will Be Affected by Cognitive Technology
Cognitive technology involves moving objects with our minds and possibly making us immortal. See five ways society will be affected by cognitive technology.
10 Disruptive Technologies You Use Every Day
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A disruptive technology is one that's completely changed how we do things. Learn the top 10 disruptive technologies that you use every day.
What's the difference between dead weight and towed weight?
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What's the difference between dead weight and towed weight? Take a look at your trailer hitch and learn more about the difference between dead weight and towed weight here.
Why do children play?
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Children in every part of the world play. Philosophers and psychologists say children play for more reasons than just having fun. Learn more.
Trumpeting Tulip Quilt Block
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The Trumpeting Tulip quilt block creates a flower out of simple geometric shapes. Download the free quilt block here.
Birdhouse Treasure Quilt Block
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The Birdhouse Treasure quilt block features the image of a birdhouse. Use it in your next garden quilt design with the free quilt block here.