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What's the Fascination With Number 23?
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From plane crashes and deaths to sports superstitions and hexagrams, many people believe that the number 23 possesses magical properties.
25 of the World's Longest-reigning Monarchs
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From Athelstan, who held off the Viking invaders of Britain, to Sobhuza, the longest-serving king of Eswatni (formerly Swaziland), here are 25 of the world's longest-serving monarchs.
Why Chuck Yeager Was the Greatest Pilot of All Time
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Before Yeager did it, people thought it was impossible to break the sound barrier in flight. But he proved them wrong, even flying the plane while nursing two cracked ribs.
How Ballpoint Pens Work
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Before the handy ballpoint, getting a few sentences onto paper was a pretty involved task. Find out how the ballpoint pen stores and manages its own ink supply to make writing a snap.
5 Vehicles That Were Crossover Before There Were Crossovers
Some vehicles were simply ahead of their time, with features from cars and trucks. Read about 5 vehicles that were crossover before there were crossovers.
Who was Marco Polo?
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Marco Polo was an 11th-century Italian explorer responsible for bringing information about China to Europe. Read about Marco Polo and his biography.
10 Scientific Breakthroughs We Literally Couldn't Live Without
You might argue we have scientists to thank for our own survival. What breakthroughs have kept the human race from dying out?
How Steam Engines Work
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Steam engines powered all early locomotives, steam boats and factories -- they fueled the Industrial Revolution. Learn how the steam engine produces power!
How do you keep a safe house safe?
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A safe house works for both good guys and bad guys, keeping them hidden and secure. There's a safe house mentioned in the Bible, and safe houses during WWII.
How the Greatest Generation Works
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What was so special about the Greatest Generation? Learn about the Greatest Generation -- and how they got the name -- at HowStuffWorks.