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Will Humans Be Living in Space in the Next 50 Years?

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These outer space abodes will have to protect inhabitants from extreme temperatures, radiation and flying moon dust. One man is actually selling deeds for lunar property at $20 a pop. Seriously?

What Does 'BPA Free' Mean and Why Does It Matter?

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The chemical BPA (bisphenol-a) often found in consumer goods, may be linked to human health problems. Learn more about BPA in polycarbonate plastics.

Am I carrying my own twin?

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Are you carrying your own twin? Sometimes an early trimester death of a twin is absorbed by the other twin. See if you are carrying your own twin.

Alternative Medicines for Heart Disease

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Alternative medicines for heart disease include meditation, herbal medicine, nutritional therapy, and chelation therapy. Learn more about treatments.

Does light attract sharks?

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Light attracting sharks is a theory that suggests sharks are drawn by bright, shiny, yellow and light-colored objects. Learn about light and sharks.

How did the Internet start?

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The start of the Internet can be traced to the government program called ARPA. Learn about the start of the Internet and the role of ARPA.

How to Use a Multimeter

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A volt-ohm-milliammeter, or VOM, is typically used for more serious electrical troubleshooting and repairs. Find out why to add a VOM to your toolkit.

How Fusion Propulsion Will Work

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Using current rocket engine technology, a trip to Mars takes seven months. Fusion propulsion would cut that trip in half. Find out what fusion is and how it could speed up space travel.

Are washer/dryer combination machines energy efficient?

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Washer/dryer combinations are compact and convenient for small spaces, eliminating the need for two separate machines. But are they really as energy efficient as they seem?

Great Escapes! 5 Wild Animals Who Busted Out and Went on the Run

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An orangutan who could unscrew bolts to bust out? A gorilla who climbed the vines out of her enclosure to just roam the zoo? These are wild animals, and these are their wild escape stories.

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