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How Evel Knievel Worked

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Evel Knievel was the motorcycle daredevil that motivated an entire generation of kids. Read the story of Evel Knievel and learn about his legacy.

How Light Propulsion Will Work

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Like many new technologies, light propulsion was originally conceived as a tool of war and national defense. But the "Star Wars" missile defense system may eventually send rockets, rather than missile-destroying lasers, into space.

Why Do Some Countries Seem to Dominate the Olympics?

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Why do some countries seem to dominate the Olympics? Find out why athletes from some countries seem to dominate the Olympic Games each year.

Is there a limit to how high-definition TVs can get?

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High-definition TVs have been changing in screen size, thickness and price in the past few years. But is there a limit to how high definition TVs can go?

One in Six Say They'd Rather Die 'Young.' What Age Is That?

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Think you're going to die young? You might want to rethink that. According to new research, your preferred life expectancy influences when you die.

14 Apple Products That Failed Miserably

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Present day Apple is one of the richest and most powerful companies in the world. Lately, it seems they can do no wrong. The iPad was ridiculed in 2010 by tech experts as an unnecessary toy - until they sold almost 20 million units in the first year alone. People line up for days in [...] The post 14 Apple Products That Failed Miserably appeared first on Goliath.

How Smart Windows Work

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With energy bills on the rise, homeowners are looking for new ways to use less power around the house. A cutting-edge window technology called the "smart window" allows consumers to fully or partially block light by turning a knob or pressing a button.

AI Completed Beethoven's Unfinished 10th Symphony. Here's How It Sounds

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Famed composer Ludwig von Beethoven died leaving just a few notes for his 10th Symphony. More than 200 years later, scientists use artificial intelligence to finish the job.

How Much Do You Know About Trains?

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Trains are one of the most common forms of transportation in the world, with millions of people riding them each year. Do you actually know anything about them, though? Find out with this quiz!

What if we covered a city in a giant glass dome?

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Domed cities would provide the same temperature year-round, no rain or snow, and the ability to go outside without worrying about a sunburn. Have they been tried before, and what about the people who enjoy their seasons?

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