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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.
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.
Are there real-life fight clubs?
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A real-life fight club sounds dubious, but they really exist as outlets for men and women. Read about real-life fight clubs and how they came to be formed.
How Did Mortgage-backed Securities Bring Down the U.S. Economy?
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Mortgage-backed securities have been singled out as the culprit for economic turmoil in 2008. Learn what mortgage-backed securities are and how they failed.
How Ballpoint Pens Work
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Before the handy ballpoint, getting a few sentences onto paper was a pretty involved task. Find out how the ballpoint pen stores and manages its own ink supply to make writing a snap.
Can You Name These 1960s Rock & Roll Songs From Their Lyrics?
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Are you a true fan of the rock 'n roll classics? "Come together right now" and see how many of these '60s lyrics you can place with their songs! Will you "break on through to the other side," or will you drop off the charts?
Can You Defeat This Norse Mythology Quiz?
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The study of Norse mythology might make you a "heathen," but that doesn't make it any less interesting. Take this quiz and see how much you know about the traditions of the Nordic people.
Can You Pick the Best Seller From These Line Ups?
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The automobile is one of the most important inventions in recent history, changing how the world travels, expanding civilizations, and giving power to the people. How much do you know about its impact? Take this quiz about some of the best-selling vehicles to find out!
Top 5 Things That Go Wrong in Too-Fast Construction
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There are a lot of problems that can happen with too fast construction. Check out 5 things that go wrong in too-fast construction.
Vasco da Gama, Portugal's Columbus, Is Just as Controversial
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Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama was a ruthless man determined to force his way into the lucrative spice routes of India. But without any valuable gifts to trade for the spices, the whole trip took a horrible turn.