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What is the history of the remote control?
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These days, remote controls seem to, well, control our lives. Most people tend to have piles of them strewn about their living rooms. But where did this ubiquitous technology come from? Where is it headed?
5 Tips for Planning Career Fair Events
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Career fairs are great for bringing job hunters and employers together. See these five tips for planning a career fair for a successful event.
Why Can We Hear Others' Footsteps, But Not Our Own?
HowStuffWorks looks at a new study trying to determine why we can hear other people's footsteps but not the ones we make.
How the Black Panthers Worked
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The Black Panthers were considered either heroes or dangerous Communists, depending on who you asked. Learn about the Black Panthers at HowStuffWorks.
Can You Name These Ugly Cars from the '80s?
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Think you know your automobile makes and models? These vehicles debuted during the era of Punky Brewster, Pacman and power suits. Test your knowledge of these ugly cars from the 1980s!
Do You Know These Famous Soccer Players?
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Futbol is the most popular sport in the world. Well, soccer, that is, to Americans. Soccer players are true athletes. They define the word. In this quiz, we're going to test your knowledge of the most famous soccer legends.
Ultimate Guide to Green Building
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Green building is the practice of creating more resource-efficient methods of construction and renovation. Learn more about green building methods.
Is China taking over the world?
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Is China taking over the world or are they just trying to gain a better foothold in the world? Find out if China is taking over the world.
How a 'War of the Worlds' Radio Broadcast Panicked America
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The 'War of the Worlds' radio broadcast on Oct. 30, 1938 is one of the most famous in history, mainly because Americans believed aliens were invading.
How Plasma Rockets Work
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Imagine if we could get to Mars in 40 days instead of seven months! It could happen if we used plasma rockets, which travel at 34 miles per second. But how do we make this a reality?