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10 Little-known Facts About E-cigarettes
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Do you know the facts about e-cigarettes? Here are 10 pieces of information that might be news to you.
12 Black Inventors and Their Innovations That Shaped the World
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When asked to name a Black American inventor, many people might think of George Washington Carver and peanut butter. But this is actually a myth. There are hundreds of other unsung Black inventors who have shaped the world with their innovations.
Can You Identify the Men of Star Trek From Just One Image?
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Sure, you can probably guess who Mr. Spock is, but can you recognize Nog? Neelix? Lieutenant Malcolm Reed? Prove you're a real Trekkie by putting your skills to the test!
Can You Name These British TV Shows From the '80s and '90s?
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It was a time of expanding opportunities as existing channels added more content, and cable TV introduced a whole new menu. How well do you remember these '80s and '90s shows?
How Controlled Burns Work
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How effective is fighting a wildfire with controlled fire?
How Millimeter Wave Scanners Work
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If you've traveled recently, you probably raised your arms above your head and waited for a millimeter wave scanner to do its screening thing. During those 10 seconds or so, did you ever wonder exactly how the device produced your image?
How Senet Works
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Senet is a board game from ancient Egypt, but it still has plenty to offer today. Learn about the history and rules of the game Senet.
10 Reasons Why Bridges Collapse
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You may see most bridges as those things you cross on your way to somewhere else, but where would you be if one collapsed? We've figured out 10 reasons why the worst happens.
How Ghouls Work
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Blood-sucking vampires and brain-munching zombies tend to hog all the undead credit, but we think ghouls deserve a macabre article all their own. Read it -- if you dare.
How Tardigrades Work
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No, a tardigrade's not a type of time-traveling police box on "Doctor Who." It's an ancient water bear, of course!