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Guide to Being 10 Weeks Pregnant
What is pregnancy like when you're 10 weeks along? Check out TLC's guide to being 10 weeks pregnant.
Why in the World Do U.S. Presidents Pardon Turkeys?
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Every year the U.S. president pardons a turkey and Americans eat it up. Not the bird, but the ceremony. How did this priceless tradition even start?
What Is a Vegan Diet?
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Vegans take vegetarianism to a new level by avoiding eating or wearing any animal products. Learn about vegans and find out how the vegan lifestyle works.
How X-rays Work
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X-ray machines seem to do the impossible: They see straight through clothing, flesh and even metal, thanks to some very cool scientific principles at work. Find out how X-ray machines see straight to your bones.
14 Films Directed by Steven Spielberg
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Steven Spielberg is one of the greatest directors of our time. Learn about Jaws, E.T., Jurassic Park, and his other classic films in this list.
How Teleconferencing Works
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Teleconferencing lets large companies work more effectively. Learn different ways of teleconferencing, the equipment you need and read teleconferencing reviews.
Does Sharia Always Mean Oppressive Laws?
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Sharia, which is Islamic law, can strike some people in the West as draconian and harsh. Is this an accurate portrayal?
What Is a Nor'easter?
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"Nor'easter" is one of those words that makes you think of an old mariner scanning the horizon for a pending storm. What does it really mean - and why don't we say "northeaster"?
Second to None: Here's the Buzz on Buzz Aldrin
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Buzz Aldrin was the second man on the moon, as well as a math whiz, scuba enthusiast and inspiration for Buzz Lightyear. How cool is all that?
How Video Formatting Works
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When you watch a movie on your TV, you're not always seeing the same movie that played in the theater. A lot of formatting goes into fitting a movie onto a TV screen. Learn about the changes a movie goes through so you can watch it at home.