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How Ambulances Work
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How are ambulances dispatched and why do they cost so much? HowStuffWorks takes a close look at the world of ambulances.
Early Twentieth Century Railroads
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Early 20th-century railroads saw major improvements in safety and comfort, as well as new regulations. Learn more about railroads in the early 1900s.
How Chaos Theory Works
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Has this ever happened to you? The meteorologist calls for a massive snowstorm, but the flakes fail to arrive. Chaos theory can shed light on why forecasts fail (and why our orderly world may not be so orderly after all).
Top 10 Cities for Green Construction
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Which cities are doing the most environmentally-conscious building? Check out the top 10 cities for green construction at HowStuffWorks.
Railroad Expansion
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The railroad expansion of the middle and late 1800s changed America forever. Read more about the westward expansion of railroads.
How Landlords Work
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Landlords rent or lease apartments and homes as a business. Learn more about landlords and what's involved in renting property.
Vincent van Gogh Paintings from Arles
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Living in Arles inspired Vincent van Gogh to experiment with new colors and techniques. Explore van Gogh's Arles paintings in this article.
13 Iconic Photographs That Captured the World's Imagination
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Among the millions of pictures taken every year, some capture our hearts and stand the test of time. Here are the stories behind 13 of the most iconic.
10 Intriguing Facts About Elon Musk
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The super-intelligent South African isn't just one of the richest and most creative people on Earth, he's also a forward-thinking futurist with a penchant for controversy.
10 Places to Find WiFi (So You Don't Eat up Your Data Plan)
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Data plans are precious ... and finite. So knowing where to get your WiFi fix matters. Learn about a few places to find WiFi at HowStuffWorks.