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What were Nikola Tesla's famous inventions?

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Nikola Tesla was a pretty cool guy. Companies and rock bands have been named for him, and he pops up in Hollywood movies regularly. Not bad for one of history's greatest inventors. But what did he do to earn his fame? Here are some of Tesla's standout inventions.

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.

How did Nikola Tesla change the way we use energy?

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Who made it possible to light up your home at night? Thomas Edison, right? Yes, but without the work of Nikola Tesla, we would be living in a different world.

Remember Pay Phones? Philly's Bringing Them Back for Free

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Since the advent of the cell phone, public pay phones have disappeared, but a new initiative to help the phoneless may just be bringing them back.

How Jackson Pollock Worked

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Jackson Pollock was an incredibly talented artist. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about Jackson Pollock.

Can You Identify These Indie Rock Musicians?

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Indie rock is a much-loved genre filled with many great bands and artists. With just one image, will you be able to identify them?

Can You Name These American Professional Sports Teams from a Partial Logo?

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It doesn't matter if you're young, old or in between; people from all walks of life love sports in America! How much of a fan are you? Do you only know about your team, what about the entire league? Put your sports knowledge to the ultimate test with this American sports logo quiz!

Niagara Falls Will Temporarily Stop Gushing in 2019

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The formidable gusher could stop flowing for a few months in 2019 in order to repair some bridges in dire need.

Why Does Nova Scotia Have a Latin Name?

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The Canadian province's name means 'New Scotland,' so why isn't it in English? Learn more about the naming of Nova Scotia on HowStuffWorks.

How Bomb-sniffing Dogs Work

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You probably have no idea what explosives smell like. But dogs can be trained to detect that distinctive smell, even if it's just wafting through the air.

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