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10 Greenhouses Around the World
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Greenhouses around the world great the ideal growing solution anywhere. Check out these top 10 greenhouses around the world.
How Embalming Works
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You may know that the ancient Egyptians used embalming in mummification. But they weren't the first to embalm their dead, nor were they the last. In fact, it's still being done today.
How Lunar New Year Works
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Every year, millions of people plunge into a period of feasts and fireworks in celebration of Chinese or Lunar New Year. How did this holiday get its start?
12 Black Inventors and Their Innovations That Shaped the World
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When asked to name a Black American inventor, many people might think of George Washington Carver and peanut butter. But this is actually a myth. There are hundreds of other unsung Black inventors who have shaped the world with their innovations.
10 Silly Inventions That Became Wildly Famous
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We've all seen TV ads for products that were just completely silly, but then became overnight sensations. Which ones made our list?
Can You Guess the Auto Brand From 3 Hints?
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Three clues: No more, no less. Think you know your automotive brands better than the average driver? This quiz is your chance to put your skills to the test and name that brand!
10 Women Who Broke New Ground in Engineering
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One of the most travelled stretches of U.S. highway was designed by a woman who loved mathematics and wasn't interested in being a teacher. Who was she, and where is it?
How the American Dream Works
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What exactly is the American dream? And how do you know if you're living it? Read about the American dream at HowStuffWorks.
How Midwives Work
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Midwives have existed as long as babies have been born. Read about the midwife job and what exactly midwives do.
10 Myths About Lightning
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There's a thunderstorm brewing with some serious lightning. Fortunately you're safe in your car because of its rubber wheels. Or are you? And let's not get started on your rubber-soled sneakers!