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The Fascinating Stories Behind 5 of the World's Big Currency Symbols

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Why does the dollar sign have a slash? Did a British pound originally weigh 1 pound? Find out the stories behind these and other currency symbols

Dogs Need to Wear Seat Belts, Too. Here's Why

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Buckle up Fido! That's right. Your furry friend should be wearing a seat belt in the car. Not just for their safety, but for yours, too.

Cargo Ships: Can You Name the Equipment From an Image?

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Cargo ship equipment. How is your knowledge when it comes to these behemoths transporting goods around the world? Let's see!

Can You Remember These Classic '50s Cartoons from Just One Image?

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Can remember some of the greatest toons from the 50s? Were you part of the Mickey Mouse Club? Are you more Spunky and Tadpole? Take this quiz to test your TV knowledge!

Can You Pass This Lent Quiz?

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Do you think you know everything there is to know about Lent? If so, we encourage you to test your wits on this Lent quiz, where you'll be challenged on the history of Lent, types of fasting and the "rules" of Lent. Good luck!

How the GMC PAD Works

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The GMC PAD is basically a futuristic motor home -- part apartment, part vehicle, and part telecommunications center.

Oedipus Complex: Digging Into Freud's Controversial Theory

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Delve into Freud's Oedipus complex, a theory suggesting children experience unconscious desires for their opposite-sex parent and rivalry with their same-sex parent.

McKamey Manor: Too Extreme for Most, But Creator Calls It PG-13

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Welcome to McKamey Manor, where you must sign a 40-page waiver, pass a background check and take a physical to enter. Thousands are on the waiting list.

How does a FireWire IEEE-1394 connection work?

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I saw the HSW article on USB ports. My computer and video camera have a FireWire connection. How does that work?

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.

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