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What is dark energy? And could we tap into it?

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Shedding light on dark energy has been a bit of a challenge for today's astronomers. What dark energy actually is goes beyond our present scientific understanding.

If you flew over an earthquake, would you feel the plane shake?

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Let's say a big one strikes the home planet. You, however, happen to be flying above the earthquake's epicenter when the natural disaster ripples through. Would you feel it?

Breaking the Law to Enforce It: Cops and the Supreme Court

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The Supreme Court just issued a ruling that could affect the Fourth Amendment rights of the average American. Host Ben Bowlin explains in this video.

Is urine really sterile?

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'Pee on it' has long been the advice for a jellyfish sting or even a regular cut if nothing else is available. But is urine really sterile? Find out.

How Wiretapping Works

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Wiretapping allows people to listen to the phone calls of others. Learn how wiretapping works, wiretapping history and about wiretapping techniques.

How Microsoft Surface Tablets Work

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Microsoft Surface tablets are a newer product on the market. Learn about the features and pros/cons of Microsoft Surface tablets.

Can a car really be death-proof?

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Death-proof is a big initiative in the future of car safety -- but is it possible? Learn more about death-proof ideas and notions of death-proof car technology.

Fluid Overload Edema Overview

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Edema is a swelling of the feet, ankle and legs caused by fluid overload. Learn more about edema, its causes and its treatments.

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.

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