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How Smokejumpers Work
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Smokejumpers are the men and women who specialize in fighting blazes their ground-bound peers can't reach. So who are they, and what's the "Mutilator"?
Early Twentieth Century Railroads
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Early 20th-century railroads saw major improvements in safety and comfort, as well as new regulations. Learn more about railroads in the early 1900s.
10 Innovations in Winemaking
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People have been making (and drinking) wine for 8,000 years -- which means lots of innovations both now and in the past, from creating Champagne to quirky wine labels.
What is flash steaming?
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Flashing steaming is part of the tomato canning process. Check out how flash steaming works to peel your canned tomatoes.
Can You Name the American City From a Well-Known Fact?
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America is more than just a single nation -- it's made up of individual cities and states, each with their own distinct history and culture. Take our quiz to see if you can identify these U.S. cities from a single well-known fact!
Can You Pass This American General Knowledge Quiz?
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The Declaration of Independence may have created the United States of America. However, U.S. history consists of more than the Founding Fathers. Find out if you need to retake a U.S. History class with this quiz!
What Was the Strongest Earthquake Ever Recorded?
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Earthquakes are among the most powerful natural forces on Earth, often causing widespread devastation, triggering tsunamis and altering the landscape of a region. But how strong was the strongest earthquake of all time?
The App That's Creating an Earthquake Early-warning Network
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The MyShake app detects vibrations and acts as an earthquake warning system. Learn more about MyShake in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
Methuselah Lived Nearly 1,000 Years, According to the Bible
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Today, we're diving into the legendary figure of Methuselah, the oldest person recorded in human history. Mentioned in the Bible as living 969 years, Methuselah is often seen as a symbol of longevity and divine mystery. But what makes him so significant in religious tradition?
What does a county assessor do?
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What does a county assessor do? Visit HowStuffWorks to learn what a county assessor does.