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10 Ways to Stop a Killer Asteroid
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Killer asteroids are all fun and games -- until they're headed for earth. Luckily, scientists have come up with 10 ways to stop a killer asteroid.
Why did Thomas Edison electrocute an elephant?
You may have heard of Topsy the elephant and her sad demise at the hands of Thomas Edison. But what's the real story?
Jeepers Jamboree
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Jeepers Jamboree is an off-road adventure during which Jeep drivers discover the power of the Jeep through the difficult Rubicon Trail. Learn more.
What Is a Drone?
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They're the stuff of headlines, often characterized as evil in the sky. But what are drones and how do they get off the ground and fly?
How Airports Work
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Did you know that airports were once known as "flying fields" because planes took off and landed in large fields? Journey through the hidden world of airports in this article, but without the stress, nail-biting and packages of peanuts.
How Air Traffic Control Works
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There are about 5,000 planes in U.S. airspace every hour. How do these aircraft keep from colliding with each other? Learn about the intricate system that guides a plane from takeoff to landing.
How Houseboats Work
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Houseboats aren't the most common place to live, but they're an interesting alternative. Learn about houseboat living, how houseboats float and more.
8 Jobs AI Will Replace and 8 It Won't (Yet)
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The release of the AI software ChatGPT has made many people nervous about the future of their jobs. Which areas of work seem most vulnerable to AI?
Can You Name All of These Samuel L. Jackson Movies From an Image?
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He's a bad mother (shut your mouth) and he's been in nearly 200 Hollywood films. From outer space to dinosaur theme parks to Los Angeles, he's been everywhere. Can you name all of these Samuel L. Jackson movies based on an image?
1949-1951 Nash Airflyte
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The 1949-1951 Nash Airflyte series was Nash's attempt at a new automotive design frontier. They succeeded. Learn about the 1949-1951 Nash Airflyte.