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What Causes Tornadoes? How Tornadoes Work
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Tornadoes leave destruction in their wake. Learn why tornadoes rotate, how experts rate tornadoes and view pictures of damage caused by tornadoes.
How IEDs Work
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IEDs (improvised explosive devices) are simple to make, easily hidden and very destructive. Read why IEDs are the weapon of choice for some fighters.
How Braille Works
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In spite of being so small and easy to overlook, Braille is amazing. Learn why Braille was invented and about the impact that it has had on the blind.
How the First Lady Works
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The first lady is an important, if not formal, office in the United States. Read about first ladies, their history and why first ladies face such scrutiny.
How Sororities Work
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Sororities are social organizations that are made up of women enrolled in college. Learn about sororities and find out why sororities were created.
Harpers Ferry Has a Complex and Dizzying History
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Harpers Ferry is known as the spot where John Brown launched his disastrous slave rebellion. But why was it also a transportation and ammunitions powerhouse?
Are orangutans introverts?
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The behavior of orangutan introverts stem from their need to find food. Learn why orangutan introverts are more solitary than their fellow apes.
1969 Dodge Super Bee Six Pack
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The 1969 Dodge Super Bee Six Pack was a muscle car that got noticed. Find out why by looking at these photos and exclusive specifications.
1968 Dodge Charger R/T Hemi
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The 1968 Dodge Charger R/T Hemi was a muscle car star on street and screen. Learn why, in a profile complete with photos and specifications.
How the GM Sunraycer Worked
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GM's Sunraycer was a solar car ahead of its time. Read the history of the sunraycer and why it almost took General Motors down with it.