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How Virtual Windows Work
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Imagine looking out a window at a view of the Mediterranean, even if you're nowhere near the outdoors. Find out about virtual windows.
How Millimeter Wave Scanners Work
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If you've traveled recently, you probably raised your arms above your head and waited for a millimeter wave scanner to do its screening thing. During those 10 seconds or so, did you ever wonder exactly how the device produced your image?
How Jukeboxes Work
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Jukeboxes are a colorful slice of Americana that brought on-demand music to the masses. Take a look inside a jukebox and find out how jukeboxes work.
How Roundabouts Work
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Roundabouts aren't all that complicated, but they're still relatively rare in the U.S., especially when compared with France.
Beyond Halloween: 8 Other Holidays Spirits Love
Some days are just more conducive to the supernatural. Learn some of the holidays that spirits love at HowStuffWorks.
How Ice Sculpting Works
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Ice sculptures can range from small tabletop pieces to entire buildings. In this fundamentally temporary medium, art and engineering combine to form sparkling, breathtaking effects.
Did Jackie Robinson Really Break Baseball's Color Barrier?
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Jackie Robinson is rightfully lauded for breaking Major League Baseball's color barrier in 1947. But there were many unsung players who paved the way.
Car Maintenance: How Much Do You Really Know?
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Have you been rotating your tires on time or changing your oil enough? Roll up your sleeves and get ready to wrench your way through this fun car maintenance quiz and find how much of a shade tree mechanic you are! Who knows, you might adopt a new car care regimen when you find out!
Amethyst Stone: Meaning, Healing Properties, and Powers
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Is Amethyst the right stone for you? Find out how this crystal can help you achieve greater peace, clarity, and spiritual growth. What can Amethyst do for your life? Explore its properties.
Why do brake lines have so many bends and loops?
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Why do brake lines have bends and loops? They do serve a purpose -- learn why your brake lines are shaped with bends and loops and how they keep you safer.