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How the First-Down Line Works

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The virtual first-down line that you see in many televised football games is something of a computer-generated miracle. Find out how this line gets 'painted on the field.

Are epileptic seizures more common during a full moon?

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Are epileptic seizures more common during a full moon? See whether research says epileptic seizures are more common during a full moon.

How 'Scarface' Al Capone Became the Original Gangster

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Al Capone had a reputation for using violence in his pursuit of power. HowStuffWorks looks at why it took tax evasion to bring him down.

Why Democrats Are Donkeys and Republicans Are Elephants

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A donkey and an elephant are the symbols of the U.S. Democratic and Republican parties. Learn the story behind the donkey and the elephant.

Did dinosaurs have feathers?

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Did dinosaurs have feathers? Some evidence found on fossils suggest that at least some kinds did. Find out did dinosaurs have feathers?

Malaria Overview

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If you're a mother in tropical Africa, a biting mosquito is one of your worst fears, because it can transmit malaria. Learn about this serious,often fatal disease and find out why it's one of the world's most pressing public health concerns.

Velociraptor Wasn't the Big, Scary Monster From the Movies

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The Velociraptors in "Jurassic Park" were roughly the size of humans. In reality, they were about the size of an average turkey.

How Adobe AIR Works

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Adobe AIR is a runtime environment that allows people to create rich Internet applications. Find out more about Adobe AIR.

Why do geese mate for life?

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Geese don't exchange vows or rings, but they do search for their lifelong mate. However, are geese really faithful, or do they take a gander at the opposite sex?

How SED-TV Works

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Learn how the SED-TV combines the picture quality of a CRT with the compact design of a flat-screen plasma display.

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