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How do colleges get accredited?

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When you apply to colleges, they should be accredited or there could be issues. Learn how colleges get accredited at HowStuffWorks.

Tonnes vs. Tons: Metric vs. Imperial Measurements Strike Again

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If you’ve ever priced out cargo or read about a ship carrying coal, grain or bricks, you’ve seen tonnes vs. tons. These two words look similar yet refer to different systems and units. In international trade and technical writing, that small spelling shift changes real-world numbers.

The Mystery, Myth and Reality of Plum Island

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For years, speculation has surrounded the government's high security animal disease research center, which is slated to close in 2023.

Remembering Colin Powell's American Journey

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The distinguished American general was the first Black man to become Secretary of State and chairman of the Joint Chiefs of staff. He died Oct. 18 at age 84.

14 Apple Products That Failed Miserably

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Present day Apple is one of the richest and most powerful companies in the world. Lately, it seems they can do no wrong. The iPad was ridiculed in 2010 by tech experts as an unnecessary toy - until they sold almost 20 million units in the first year alone. People line up for days in [...] The post 14 Apple Products That Failed Miserably appeared first on Goliath.

9 Things Everyone Should Know About The Hacktivist Group Anonymous

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Whether you applaud their Robin Hood-style ideology of championing free speech or detest their reckless disregard for the consequences of their actions, it's undeniable that Anonymous has become a force to be reckoned with in recent years. From hacking politicians' emails to taking down government websites, many of the group's actions seem to straddle the line [...] The post 9 Things Everyone Should Know About The Hacktivist Group Anonymous appeared first on Goliath.

How Reo Cars Work

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The Reo Motor Car Company was created in 1904 out of an argument at Olds Motor Works. Learn all about Reo, which stopped making cars in 1936.

The 10 Biggest Busts in The History of The NBA Draft

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A high draft pick can make or break a franchise. Choose wisely for championship potential or face years of dealing with the consequences of a bad pick.

5 Causes of the Great Depression: Could It Happen Again?

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Many of the factors that contributed to the Great Depression still pose economic risks today. HowStuffWorks looks at five of them.

The 10 Best Ford Mustangs Of All Time

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Few, if any, cars have as a loyal a fan base as the Ford Mustang. Many automotive experts liken the fans of Mustangs to a cult because of their unbridled passion for the muscle car. Each new version of the Mustang sends fans of the car into overdrive; scoping out the specs, analyzing the strength [...] The post The 10 Best Ford Mustangs Of All Time appeared first on Goliath.

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