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How Maps Work
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A map is a type of language, a graphic way of representing information, whether it's to show population density or tell you how to get from Point A to Point B. Here's how they're made.
Foods That Lower Cholesterol
Some foods are powerful tools for lowering cholesterol. Discover how small changes, such as including some foods in your diet, can have a big effect.
10 Things We Thought Were True Before the Scientific Method
Before the scientific method came along, science dabbled in some pretty far-out ideas in its youth. Remember miasmas? And spontaneous generation? And the four elements?
10 Ways Technology Can Save People From Storms
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A very strong storm doesn't automatically mean death or destruction. You can improve the odds of surviving intact with reinforcements to your home. Plus, scientists are improving their forecast methods. Let's look at high-tech and low-tech storm alerts.
How Drag Queens Work
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Drag Queens like RuPaul have made the campy performance a part of mainstream culture. But where did drag originate, and how have drag queens changed?
15 Worst Hurricanes of All Time
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The Americas have been hit with some major hurricanes throughout the decades. But which were the worst ones in history?
How to Conserve Energy at Home
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What is "energy"? Where does it come from? How do we pay for it? Learn the answers to these questions, and find out how to live more efficiently in your home.
Old Railroads
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The age of old railroads saw the birth of the first railroad lines and mass transportation on rail. Read more about old railroads in America.
1980-1989 Ford Trucks
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Focused on fuel efficiency, Ford changed truck style and engines in the 1980s. See photos and learn more about 1980-1989 Ford trucks at HowStuffWorks.
How DeSoto Cars Work
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DeSoto was an offshoot of Chrysler Corporation, aiming for the market just above Plymouth in size, power and price. Learn about DeSoto's origins.