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Can You Identify These Tanks From a Picture?
Can you recognize some of the world's most famous battle tanks? Take this quiz to find out if you can name at least half of these war machines from across the globe!
Direct Democracy Allows Citizens to Decide Laws Without Representatives
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In politics, direct democracy means giving everyday people—not just politicians—a direct say in laws and policies. Unlike a representative democracy, where elected officials make decisions on behalf of the people, direct democracy allows citizens to vote on political issues themselves.
1971-1980 Ford Pinto
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The birth of the Ford Pinto came about through Lee Iacocca's efforts to build a domestic subcompact. Learn more about the origins of the Ford Pinto.
How CD Burners Work
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With the rise of the MP3 format, burning your own music CDs has never been so popular -- or so easy. CDs have become one of the most widely adopted data-storage mechanisms. Find out how CD burners work.
How Google Docs Works
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Google Docs allows users to creat and edit work documents online. Learn more about Google Docs at HowStuffWorks.
How Competitive Figure Skating Works
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Competitive figure skating is a sport that requires grace, strength and flexibility. Learn about competitive figure skating from HowStuffWorks.
How Wind Power Works
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When air moves quickly, that motion means kinetic energy, which can be captured. Learn how the simplest possible wind-energy turbine works.
Post-blockbuster Summer Movie Guide
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Now all those gigantic blockbuster movies are out of the way, let's relax and enjoy some late-summer films.
How Agent Orange Worked
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UAT 0- Agent Orange was a potent herbicide and defoliant used in large quantities during the Vietnam War. Learn about Agent Orange and its terrible legacy.
How Power Grids Work
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Electrical power is a little bit like the air you breathe: You don't really think about it until it is missing. There are good reasons the power grid distribution system works the way it does, though it can lead to some big problems.