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How Car Engines Work
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It's the reason you can put the pedal to the metal and go from 0 to 60 in seconds. But to the uninitiated, an engine can look like a jumble of metal and wires.
How Buick Works
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Founded in 1903, Buick quickly became a leading American automaker. Learn about Buick's history, including Buick models from 1903 to the present.
When to Cook With Tamari Instead of Soy Sauce
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Is the difference between soy sauce and tamari like the difference between ketchup and catsup - in name only? Not at all, and we'll tell you why.
A New Green Solution for Dyeing Blue Denim
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From the chemicals that pollute and the massive use of water, the traditional method of dyeing blue jeans is an environmental disaster. Nanoparticles made from wood pulp might be the answer to the problem.
6 Ways to Clean White Baseball Pants That Actually Work
Let's face it. Baseball is a dirty game. Sliding into home leaves quite a stain on those pristine white pants. But nobody has to know if you follow these six ideas.
Why Is April 1 a Day to Celebrate Foolishness?
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Why is April 1 a day to play pranks on others? How did this tradition begin? And are you going to prank someone on April Fool's Day?
1923-1931 Lancia Lambda
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The 1923-1931 Lancia Lambda was the first car to use the innovative unit-body construction still in use today. Explore the 1923-1931 Lancia Lambda.
How Sweat Works
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Sweat is your body's way of cooling itself. Learn how the body makes sweat, why we sweat and what factors affect sweating.
Sundown Towns: 'Hiding' Racism Right in the Open
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These towns, with all-white populations, may not be as blatant about their racism as they once were. But they're still here and being forced to face their ugly truth.
What's the Most Americans Have Ever Paid for Gas?
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Gas prices seem like they are currently out of control, but adjusted for inflation, there was another time when they were even higher. When was that, and what causes gas prices to fluctuate?