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Why Was 911 Chosen as the Emergency Phone Number?
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During an emergency, Americans know to dial 911 for help. How and why was that number selected as the emergency phone number for the entire country?
What Is a Group of Doves Called? Depends if They're Flying
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You’ve probably seen a group of birds take off in a sudden burst, but have you ever stopped to ask, what is a group of doves called?
What Group of Birds Is Called a Parliament?
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Birds may not hold government sessions, but in the world of collective nouns, they sure know how to form one.
USDA Weight-Loss Tips
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Weight loss is best achieved by cutting calories, making smarter food choices, and increasing physical activity. Learn tips to help you lose weight.
How Twitter Periscope Works
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Twitter Periscope lets you broadcast what's in front of you in real time. Is Periscope a novelty, or is it here to stay? Learn more about Twitter Periscope.
How to Refinish Furniture
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Is Grandma's hand-me-down hutch looking a little worse for wear? Instead of tossing out those favorite furniture pieces, why not take on a refinishing project? Find dozens of tips in this article.
How Laughter Works
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In this article, we'll look at laughter -- what it is, what happens in our brains when we laugh, what makes us laugh and how it can make us healthier and happier. You'll also learn that there's a tremendous amount that no one understands yet.
How Industrial Light and Magic Works
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The film "The Perfect Storm" is one of the most ambitious projects ILM has undertaken. The computer-generated effects in the film are absolutely amazing! Go behind the scenes and learn how ILM works!
How Beer Works
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Stout, lager, pale ale, pilsner and porter ... it takes a lot to produce a great beer. Take a tour through the brewing process from start to finish, barley to bottle, mash to keg and learn to brew at home!
How Diesel Locomotives Work
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Diesel locomotives are some of the coolest modes of transport out there. Giant machines like these are just full of technological treats. Explore a hybrid-diesel locomotive - from engine to engineer controls.