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The Demon Core: A Tale of Atomic Ambition and Tragic Fate
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In the history of atomic research, few stories are as gripping or cautionary as that of the demon core, a plutonium sphere designed for one of history's most devastating weapons. This tale not only encapsulates the highest point of atomic ambition but also serves as a somber reminder of the human cost associated with such power.
River-bottom Bones: The Strange World of Underwater Fossil Hunting
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Winding through the South Carolina low country, the Cooper River is a reed-lined haven for sportfish and shorebirds. The waterway originates in Berkeley County's Lake Moultrie. From there, it proceeds all the way down to Charleston, where it merges with the Ashley and the Wando to form that city's world-famous harbor. (Ever hear of Fort Sumter?)
10 Largest Companies in the World, Ranked by Market Value
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The world's biggest companies don't just shape the global economy in an abstract sense; they provide the products and services that make modern life more convenient and connected than ever before. They set trends, drive innovation and set the course for smaller companies in every sector from technology to healthcare to finance.
How Tire Traction Works
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Tire traction plays a big role when it comes to tire safety. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn about how tire traction works.
8 Apps to Organize Your Life
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Remember when phones just made calls? Now, thanks to some clever apps, they can also make our lives a lot easier by increasing our productivity and organization.
How to Host a Trivia Night
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Hosting a trivia night can spice up a slow bar night or be a great fundraiser. Learn how to host a trivia night to get started.
7 (Bad) Reasons Why People Don't Use Their Turn Signals
Why don't motorists use turn signals? HowStuffWorks Now has some not-very-good reasons why.
Shakespeare Wrote in Iambic Pentameter. But What Is That?
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William Shakespeare and Geoffrey Chaucer used iambic pentameter in their works of literature. But what is iambic pentameter and how can you spot it?
Lava Tubes on Earth Could Prepare Us for Life on the Moon and Mars
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By studying these geological formations here on Earth, we may be able to learn how to live on other planets.
Horseshoe Crabs Endangered by Biomedical Bloodletting
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Horseshoe crabs are a valuable commodity to the biomedical industry, which is not helping their chances of survival. HowStuffWorks takes a look.