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Bessie Coleman: America's First Black Female Aviatrix
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You've heard all about the exploits of Amelia Earhart, but do you know the story of Bessie Coleman, the first Black American woman to receive a pilot's license?
Can a Black Widow Spider Kill You?
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Black widow spider venom can be deadly but how likely are you to be bitten? It might surprise you that these arachnids are on the shy side.
Is All That Shines Really Sterling Silver?
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The Brits standardized what it means for an item to be sterling silver way back in the 14th century. But how can you tell if something is sterling or not?
How Queen Elizabeth Fell in Love With Corgis
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As we pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II, we look at one well-known part of her life: her love of corgis.
A Very Brady Quiz: Do You Remember Your Favorite TV Family?
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The Brady's were America's favorite family in the '70s and have been immortalized throughout the last four decades. Whether you had a crush on Marcia or wanted to hang with Greg, there's a good chance you spent much of your childhood immersed in the Brady's antics. Take this quiz to see how much you remember!
Can You Solve These Riddles?
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Riddle me this. It's smart. It's clever. And it looks like you in the mirror. Who is it? It's the person who is about to take this riddle quiz, you!
Metallurgy: The Study of Metals and Their Properties
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Metallurgy involves studying how metals behave and using that understanding to manipulate and shape them into various forms.
Why Do Most Zippers Say "YKK" on the Pull-tab?
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Zippers are found on so many products. But have you ever noticed that "YKK" is on the pull-tab of most zippers? Find out where these mysterious initials come from.
How Do Groundskeepers Make Patterns in Baseball Fields?
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Baseball fields often have checkerboards and other patterns mowed into them. How can I create the same effect with my lawn?
Sweet Gum Tree
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Sweet gum tree has maple-like leaves that turn yellow to red in the fall. Learn about growing, propagating and using sweet gum tree at HowStuffWorks.