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How the Bugatti Veyron Works
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Welcome to the height of high-performance: The Bugatti Veyron's 16-cylinder monster engine produces 1,001 horsepower for a top speed of more than 250 mph. And it's a passenger car. Check out the Bugatti.
Saw-scaled Viper: Opportunistic, Fast and Highly Venomous
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The Indian saw-scaled viper (Echis carinatus) is one of the most infamous and dangerous Indian snakes. These venomous snakes are known for their speed, aggression and powerful venom, which makes them one of the deadliest snakes to humans.
How Fusion Propulsion Will Work
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Using current rocket engine technology, a trip to Mars takes seven months. Fusion propulsion would cut that trip in half. Find out what fusion is and how it could speed up space travel.
Afghanistan Fell Fast to the Taliban. What's Next for the Middle East?
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After 20 years of U.S. presence in Afghanistan, Taliban fighters swept through the country with lightning speed, taking control of the capital city Kabul on Sunday. What does the future hold for the people there?
11 Racer Snake Subspecies That You Have No Reason to Fear
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The racer snake is sleek and swift. Despite their sometimes intimidating speed, mostly harmless to humans. You may confuse racers for other snakes because of their color, but they have unique behaviors and characteristics that make them stand out.
Rare Groundcherry Could Soon Be Everywhere, Thanks to Gene Editing
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Hundreds of crops in developing countries are relatively unknown in the developed world because they're often hard to grow or export. But scientists have found that CRISPR editing can speed up traditional plant breeding techniques.
How to Clean Nespresso Vertuo Machines in 6 Simple Steps
Unlike Nespresso's Original line of coffee makers, which makes espresso-based drinks, Nespresso's Vertuo system uses centrifusion technology to extract coffee and create a thick, rich cream. That means that the capsule is spinning at high speed.
10 Fastest Dog Breeds in the World: Salukis, Collies, and More
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Dogs may be man’s best friend, but some of them are also lightning-fast athletes. The fastest dog breeds in the world were originally bred for hunting, racing, or guarding, and they boast lean bodies, muscular builds, and remarkable speed.
How to Overclock Your CPU
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Overclocking a processor allows it to run at higher than factory speeds, but it also can lead to reliability issues if you don't do it safely. So how do you do it, and does it void your computer's warranty?
How Champ Cars Work
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Champ Cars have carbon fiber bodies, 900-horsepower engines and top speeds of over 230 mph! With the help of the Motorola PacWest Racing Team and CART, go behind the scenes to learn about the car, the team and the driver!