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How Ghosts Work
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Ghosts are the spirits of dead people that have either returned from the afterlife, or not moved on to it. Learn about ghosts and explanations for ghosts.
Modern Armored Warfare: The Tanks Quiz
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If you're heading into battle, there are worse places to be than behind five inches of steel with a massive gun on a turret to discourage your enemies. See how much you know about armored warfare with this quiz on tanks from WWI to the present day.
How Stethoscopes Work
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Stethoscopes started as a way for 19th-century doctors to put some distance between themselves and grubby patients. Today though, this simple listening tool is one of the best ways to diagnose a range of problems.
How Safety Coffins Eased Grave Fears of Premature Burial
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"Safety coffins" were tricked-out caskets that provided a way for prematurely buried people to escape from 6 feet under, back when this fear was sometimes a frightening reality.
Ultimate Guide to the Basilicata Wine Region
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The Basilicata wine region is among Italy's best. Learn all about the Basilicata wine region at HowStuffWorks.
What to Do If You Inherit an Old Car
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Do you know what to do if you inherit an old car? Read about inheriting an old car and what to do next.
From Typewriter to Boombox: Can You Identify These Old-School Technologies?
With the evolution of technology over the last 25 years, nearly everything we knew as children is now considered obsolete. Check out these old-school technologies and see if you can identify them.
What's so great about teak wood furniture?
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Teak wood is among some of the most expensive furniture. Find out what's so great about teak wood furniture in this article.
1951, 1952, 1953, 1954 Chrysler Imperial
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The 1951-1954 Chrysler Imperial was meant to compete with Cadillac, Lincoln, and Packard. See pictures and a profile of the 1951-1954 Chrysler Imperial.
Test Your Knowledge: Defensive Military Tactics
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In an armed conflict, sometimes your best course of action is to defend a stronghold instead of going on the offensive. How much do you know about defensive military tactics? Take this quiz to find out!