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10 Worst Ways History Has Repeated Itself
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As they say, if we don't learn from history, we're doomed to repeat it. And as these 10 historical events prove, humans seem to be more prone to repeating than learning.
Childhood Vaccinations
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Childhood vaccinations, such as the chickenpox vaccine, protect kids from many diseases. Learn about childhood diseases and their vaccinations.
Is Quicksand Real? Learn How Quicksand Works
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Countless movies and television shows depict quicksand as some kind of living creature that sucks its victims down into a bottomless pit, never to be heard from again. Well, you can't believe everything Hollywood tells you.
How to Use a Fire Extinguisher
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While there's a good chance that your fire extinguisher will sit on the wall for years, collecting dust, it could end up saving your property and even your life. Learn the correct way to use an extinguisher and see what sort of fire suppressant works best on different types of fires.
How Holographic Environments Will Work
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Holographic environments make the virtual world truly tangible. Find out about the development of real-life, interactive holodecks!
How Phone-line Networking Works
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Phone-line networking is one of several ways to connect the computers in your home. Learn the basics.
What Is ROM? How Read-Only-Memory Works in Computers
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Read-only memory is not only essential to your computer, but is also used in everything from video games to microwaves. Learn about the different types of ROM and how they're used.
How THX Works
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When you see the THX logo splashed across a movie screen, you know you're in for an audio feast. But what does that logo mean? Find out what THX is and why it improves your movie experience.
Will the Real Brachiosaurus Please Stand Up?
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Brachiosaurus has been portrayed in popular culture many times, but the representations of this mysterious dinosaur are largely based on another massive dino called Giraffatitan brancai.
What are tiny leaning cars?
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Tiny leaning cars are enclosed like your average car but operate more like motorcycles. Learn more about these unique tiny leaning cars of the future.