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28 Industrial Revolution Inventions That Shaped Our World
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Many inventions during the Industrial Revolution caused Europeans and Americans to move from an agricultural economy to an industrial one and changed the world forever. What were the top 10?
Can You Guess the Distance Between These Two Cities?
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Can you squeeze in a trip to both Disney World in Orlando and Disneyland in Anaheim in a single day? The reality of getting from one city to another looms larger in real life than it does when staring at a map. Take our quiz to guess how far apart these pairs of cities lie from one another!
10 Famous Fathers
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Each of the dads on this list is a fascinating case study in how career success intermingles with raising kids.
Are dogs a shark's favorite meal?
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Sharks' favorite meal isn't human, despite our fears -- but some fishermen claim it's dog. Read about whether your dog is safe at sea.
Why Chuck Yeager Was the Greatest Pilot of All Time
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Before Yeager did it, people thought it was impossible to break the sound barrier in flight. But he proved them wrong, even flying the plane while nursing two cracked ribs.
How Galileo Fought the Catholic Church and Became the First Superstar ScientistÂÂ
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Galileo Galilei made breakthroughs in physics and astronomy. Along the way, he fought for intellectual freedom and became the first celebrity scientist.
How Ben Franklin Helped Ignite the Jersey Devil Hysteria
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Founding father Benjamin Franklin is partially to blame for the legend of the Jersey Devil. Here's the strange story of this folklore beast.
How the Daughters of the American Revolution Works
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The Daughters of the American Revolution is a club that promotes historical preservation. Learn about the Daughters of the American Revolution.
10 Ways Television Has Changed the Way We Talk
There are many ways television has changed the way we talk. Visit HowStuffWorks to find 10 ways television has changed the way we talk.
10 Inventions by Thomas Edison (That You've Never Heard Of)
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It's common knowledge that Thomas Edison invented the incandescent light bulb and the phonograph, but did you know he also developed concrete furniture and a phone to communicate with the dead?