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Floating Fire Ant Rafts Are Horrifying, Dangerous, Really Cool
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What's the danger of floating fire ant colony rafts? Learn more about the insect survival strategy in this HowStuffWorks article.
10 Possible Solutions to Air Pollution
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Not only do cars produce a large portion of the world's pollution, but airplanes, boats, trucks, trains and buses also contribute to pollution. Is there one magic solution to pollution?
Who Called Me From This Phone Number? Need-to-know Tips
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In the age of the internet and the cell phones, dealing with unknown callers is a fact of life. Sometimes it's an honest mistake, or a case of misplaced information, but all too often an unknown phone number is from a caller you'd rather not talk to.
Behind the X Prize
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We know who won - top-runner SpaceShipOne. We know what the team receives for that accomplishment: $10 million and an obscenely gigantic trophy. But what about the story behind the contest? Learn about the rules, restrictions, red tape, test crashes, successful launches and the technological innovations that may get you into sub-orbit sooner than you think.
How Watersheds Work
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You're probably standing in one right now, but do you know what a watershed is and how watersheds work? Learn how watersheds work here.
15 Famous Astronauts Who Expanded Our Universe
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Some brave explorers travel across oceans; others blast off into space. This list of famous astronauts celebrates the pioneers of space exploration — those who took "one giant leap" for humankind and expanded our reach beyond Earth.
How to Build a Wheelchair Ramp
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Building a wheelchair ramp can be difficult without instruction. Learn how to build a wheelchair ramp at HowStuffWorks.
Insane Speed Records Are Broken at Bonneville Salt Flats
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World speed records are set and broken at the Bonneville Salt Flats every year. What makes the area so conducive to speed? HowStuffWorks investigates.
Shadow Fun Activities
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Shadow fun activities for kids let kids play with shadows while learning about the sun and time. See how these shadow fun activities for kids are done.
How Far Is Russia From Alaska?
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Sarah Palin never really said she could see Russia from her house. But how far is Russia from Alaska anyway? And can you see one country from the other?