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How Transparent Aluminum Armor Works
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Transparent aluminum armor can stop armor-piercing bullets that travel miles. See how transparent aluminum armor works and why you can see through it.
10 Boom Towns that Went Bust
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Some towns boom but eventually bust economically. Learn about 10 boom towns that went bust at HowStuffWorks.
The History of Flight and 10 Bungled Attempts at It
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Ten bungled personal flight attempts over the centuries occurred when people thought they could fly. Learn about ten bungled personal flight attempts.
20 Memorable Character Names from the Works of Charles Dickens
Charles Dickens crafted characters -- and names -- that readers are not soon to forget. Find 20 memorable character names from the works of Dickens.
1961 Baseball Season
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The 1961 baseball season featured the Yankees winning the World Series and racking up record home runs. Learn more about the 1961 baseball season.
10 Active Senior Hobbies
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Active senior hobbies can help maintain fitness and health. See this list of 10 active senior hobbies to get inspired.
10 Scientifically Sound Weather Superstitions
Ever hear that saying that a cow lies down when rain is coming? This superstition may not be as udderly ridiculous as you think.
10 Bizarre Circus Sideshows
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We're a lot more respectful of disabilities and medical conditions nowadays, but once upon a time they were much more widely exploited for entertainment and profit. Check out these 10 bizarre circus sideshows!
1964-1967 Ford GT
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The 1964-1967 Ford GT was an underrated but ultimately winning entry in the international racing scene. Read how it happened and see stunning photos.
2008 in Pictures
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The year 2008 in pictures includes everything from newsmakers like Robert Mugabe and Michael Phelps to events like the Myanmar cyclone. See 2008 in pictures.