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When Were the Twin Towers Built?

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The twin towers of the World Trade Center were true originals -- their history is one of innovation, persistence and grand ideas.

How Organ Donation Works

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Organ donation is a medical marvel. Read about organ transplants and find out what it's like to donate an organ.

How to Prevent Stomach Infections

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Learn how to avoid most stomach infections and food borne bacteria with a little awareness of good cooking habits and plenty of soap and water.

How Sci-fi Doesn't Work

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Learn how sci-fi doesn't work in some popular movies and TV shows.

Kitchen Appliance Tips

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Small kitchen appliances such as blenders and food processors make cooking easier. These kitchen appliance tips will help you operate these gadgets.

How to Adjust to a Newborn

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Few parents are fully prepared for the challenges that a new baby brings. Learn how to cope with loss of sleep, intimacy issues and the new role of fathers in this informative article.

10 Major Players in the Private Sector Space Race

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Sure, the shuttles may be sitting around in museums now, but our journey to space is far from over. Get ready to meet some serious contenders in the new space race.

The light bulb hasn't changed a whole lot in its 120 years -- the original design was just that good. Apparently, you can throw together a filament, a glass mount, an inert gas and a bit of electricity and change the world. Learn what happens when yo