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Death by Invention: 5 Inventors who Died by Their Own Work
Some inventors have died from their own work. So, is it fate or irony that led these five inventors to die by the hands of their own work?
8 Famous Parks Designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, Plus a Tiny One You May Not Know About
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The designer of New York's Central Park believed that public parks were 'democratic spaces' belonging to all citizens, and aren't we glad he did?
How Hair Hanging Works
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Hair hanging is a stunt involving performers doing tricks all while being suspended by their hair. Learn the secrets behind of hair hanging.
How Soda Fountains Work
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Soda fountains once dispensed pure carbonated water that could be mixed with hundreds of flavors. Learn more about the history of soda fountains.
How Nitrous Oxide Works
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At the same time scientists discovered that nitrous oxide could numb agonizing pain, they also found it could make you really lightheaded and silly. Yes, huffing parties started in the 1700s.
10 Tips for Handling Tantrums on Vacation
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These 10 tips for handling tantrums on vacation will help you prevent and deal with unruly kids. Check out 10 tips for handling tantrums on vacation.
The Best Turquoise Is More Valuable Than Diamonds
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Cultures all over the world have treasured turquoise for its color and rarity for thousands of years - from Native American jewelry and Aztec and Mesoamerican art to King Tutankhamun's death mask.
Why do we study bugs?
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There are many reasons why we study bugs, from protecting crops to preventing the spread of disease. Learn more about why we study bugs at HowStuffWorks.
The 15 Lowest-Grossing Best Picture Oscar Winners Of All Time
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There was a time when the Academy Award for Best Picture was given to films that were not just critical darlings, but commercial successes as well. This was the case for decades, in fact, as Gone with the Wind still stands as the most successful film of all time when adjusted for inflation and from [...] The post The 15 Lowest-Grossing Best Picture Oscar Winners Of All Time appeared first on Goliath.
The Only Boxing Champions in History to Retire Undefeated
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There have been thousands of professional boxers over the years but most of them, even the greats, lost a bout or two along the way. Retiring undefeated in the sport is quite an accomplishment. This list features the only 13 boxers in history who were world champions and managed to finish their careers without losing [...] The post The Only Boxing Champions in History to Retire Undefeated appeared first on Goliath.