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Can You Name These '70s Singer-Songwriters?
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If you were tappin' your toes to "Crocodile Rock" or soaking in the wonder of Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah" back in the '70s, you might have what it takes to name these iconic singer-songwriters who helped redeem the decade from being all disco, all the time.
How Space Shuttles Work
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In its nearly 30-year history, the space shuttle program has seen exhilarating highs and devastating lows. Learn all about the space shuttle program.
10 Tech Companies That Totally Imploded
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When the Internet first became a viable business venue, new tech ventures popped up every day. Read about 10 tech companies that crashed and burned.
1965 1966 Ford Mustang
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The 1964.5 Ford Mustang was launched with a massive publicity blitz. Learn how the word was spread about the first production Ford Mustang.
How Hydraulic Cranes Work
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Hydraulic cranes perform seemingly impossible tasks, lifting 70-ton objects with absolute ease. See the simple design behind the Herculean results.
How Stun Guns Work
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Stun guns fall into the category of non-lethal weaponry -- they can incapacitate a person without causing permanent damage. Find out how different types of stun guns work to immobilize their target.
How Seat Belts Work
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Seat belts save thousands of lives each year. How can a piece of fabric end up being the difference between life and death? What does a seat belt actually do? Learn how seat belts react in a crash.
How WWII Fighter Planes Worked
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The film "Pearl Harbor" is now playing. Look at the aircraft involved in that battle, technological marvels for their time.
How Inheritance Tax Works
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Inheritance tax is also known as an estate tax or death tax. Find out why a grieving family has to pay an inheritance tax.
Will car repairs in the future financially cripple you?
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Car repair in the future will be affected by emerging auto technologies -- how pricey will it get? Learn about car repair in the future and auto repair.