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How Steam Shovels Work
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Antique steam shovels can still be found rusting away at old mining sites or painstakingly restored and on display in museums the world over. How much do you know about these mammoth-sized digging tools?
5 10,000-Pound Items That Get Towed on a Regular Basis
Five regularly towed 10,000-pound items are quite ordinary; you may have towed them yourself. Read about five regularly towed 10,000-pound items.
Why has the World Trade Center memorial been delayed?
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Learn why, or whether, the WTC memorial project is behind schedule.
17 Favorite Quotes on Creativity
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You know genius is all inspiration and perspiration, but it's time to find out what creativity is really about. Read 17 favorite quotes on creativity.
The Ultimate World's Greatest Roller Coasters Quiz
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For thrill seekers a roller coaster may be the ultimate in fun. The designers of roller coasters are constantly pushing the thrill envelope. Take this quiz to learn more about the world's greatest roller coasters.
Ultimate Guide to Bamboo Flooring
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Why is bamboo flooring such a popular choice in home interiors? Learn how bamboo flooring works and whether it's really an eco-friendly option.
10 Fields Where the Glass Ceiling Isn't Even Cracked
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Women in America have come a long way, well, in certain occupations. Learn more about fields where the glass ceiling isn't cracked at HowStuffWorks.
When Were the Twin Towers Built?
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The twin towers of the World Trade Center were true originals -- their history is one of innovation, persistence and grand ideas.
Where do butterflies get their striking colors?
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Butterfly color is some of the most striking in nature. Learn how butterfly wings use ordinary color and structural color.
Will the Leaning Tower of Pisa ever fall?
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Pisa without its precariously tilted landmark is like San Francisco without the Golden Gate or London without Buckingham Palace. Will the peculiarly enduring tower ever vanish from the Italian skyline?