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Behind the Michael Rockefeller Death Mystery
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Michael Rockefeller, the 23-year-old son of prominent political figure Nelson Rockefeller, went into the jungle of Netherlands New Guinea in 1961 and never returned. Here's the story.
What's the Biggest TV Size for Homes vs. Stadiums?
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As sports franchises try to attract more fans, teams spend millions upgrading their old stadiums and building new ones. The centerpiece in most? A really, really big HDTV.
10 Ways Watches Have Evolved
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Portable timepieces have existed since the mid-1500s, but modern wristwatches are about 100 years old. Learn about watch evolution at HowStuffWorks.
How Sword Making Works
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The centuries-old art of sword making involves incredibly intricate metal work, and it's still being practiced today. Get a rare glimpse into the creation of this ancient weaponry.
How to Remove a Bathtub
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You'd like put in a new bathtub, but first you have to learn how to remove your old bathtub. Learn about how to remove a bathtub in this article.
Why Is 9/10 Added to Gas Prices?
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The practice of tacking 9/10 of a cent on the end of a gas price goes back to a decades-old tax imposed by state and federal governments. It was supposed to expire but never did.
Quick Tips: Does touching your face cause acne breakouts?
Trying to prevent acne? We debunk this old wives' tale to explain why touching your face may (or may not) cause acne and troublesome breakouts.
Centipede vs. Millipede: Differentiating Between Many-legged Insects
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You spot a many-legged crawler in your bathroom and wonder, "Centipede vs. millipede ... does it matter?" This quick guide breaks down the key differences in the age-old confusion.
Does reading in dim light really hurt your eyes?
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Does reading in dim light really hurt your eyes? Find out if the old saying is true and see if you can damage your eyes by reading in dim light.
Top 5 Ways Nature Has Inspired Technology
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Some of the newest ideas in technology come from very old ideas -- they're inspired by nature. How do the plants and animals around us give engineers ideas?