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10 Ways Watches Have Evolved
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Portable timepieces have existed since the mid-1500s, but modern wristwatches are about 100 years old. Learn about watch evolution at HowStuffWorks.
The Spider Named After David Bowie (And It's From Malaysia, Not Mars)
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The Heteropoda davidbowie's name comes from its colorful resemblance to early-'70s-era David Bowie. Learn more in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
How Gap Years Work
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U.S. students haven't as quickly adopted the post-high-school gap year as their international counterparts. Learn about gap years at HowStuffWorks.
How Wildfires Work
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Wildfires burn about five million acres in the U.S. every year. Learn about the causes of wildfires, how wildfires behave and how firefighters fight them.
Unveiling the Mysteries of Ball Lightning: Is It Real?
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Ball lightning wasn't widely believed to exist until the 1960s. Learn about ball lightning and theories about what ball lightning could be.
1930-1931 Ford Model A Truck
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The 1930-1931 Ford Model A truck was America's best truck value in the early 1930s. See pictures and learn about the 1930-1931 Ford Model A truck.
1941 Plymouth PT-125
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The 1941 Plymouth PT-125 pickup was the last Plymouth truck until the 1970s. See pictures and get information about the 1941 Plymouth PT-125 pickup.
How does the FBI decide who makes the Most Wanted list?
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The FBI's Top Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list has been an unqualified success since its inception in the 1950s. Learn how they choose its members.
Yellow Jacket vs. Wasp Identification Tips
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When a buzzing insect makes a beeline for your picnic, it’s tempting to call it a wasp. But in yellow jacket vs. wasp comparisons, there are key differences worth noting.
Why Are Wishbones Supposed to be Lucky?
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Every Thanksgiving, pairs across the U.S. break wishbones to see who's left holding the bigger piece and, of course, the bigger chunk of luck. But, why?