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How Zambonis Work
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All eyes are trained on you at halftime as you make slow sweeps across the rink, leaving sparkling smooth ice in your lumbering wake. The fans cheer. You tip your head slightly in modest acknowledgement. This is the life of the Zamboni driver.
Can China control the weather?
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Weather control is being looked at by Chinese officials as a way of ensuring clear skies for the Olympic Games. Read about weather control methods.
How Lobotomies Work
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Lobotomies first came to public notice because of One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest. But what were lobotomies really like? Could they cure mental illness?
93% of People Can't Name All of These Sports From a Photo of the Ball! Can You?
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Are you ballsy enough to take this quiz? There are many ball sports played all over the world but would you be able to identify the sport from an image of the ball? Let's see!
How Franklin Cars Work
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Early Franklin cars emphasized the company's aviation background, and were popularized by famous pilots. Find out how this helped Franklin stay aloft.
10 Classic Swimming Pool Games
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Remember how much fun you had as a kid swimming in the pool with your friends and playing Marco Polo or sharks and minnows? What are some other classic pool games out there?
What Kind of Christian Are You?
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Your life's pursuits determine the kind of Christian you are. Don't believe us? Take this personality quiz and we'll prove the specific type of Christian you are based on your churchy behaviors. Don't get too shocked when we guess correctly. Get your holy read now!
How Fencing Equipment Works
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If you have been watching competitive fencing at the Olympics or in a college match, you know that fencing is an unusual sport, and it uses some very interesting equipment for scoring! Learn the ins and outs of different types of swordsmanship!
Can You Name More Than 11 of These Things Canadians Would Know?
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When it comes to your knowledge of Canada, are you a geography genius, a political prodigy or more of a pop culture maven? This quiz will test you on all the things Canadians know about their country, including its history, political landscape and the cultural events which have helped shape our nation's identity.
Can You Identify These Barbie Careers From the Past Four Decades?
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Who you callin' a dumb blonde? Far from being just a pretty face, Barbie is a career girl at heart. Sure, she got her start as a model, but Barbie went on to find professional success in medicine, business, professional sports and STEM, not to mention several stints as an astronaut!