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How Record Players Work
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The record player changed society as it made music portable and more accessible to people. Learn how record players work and how record players evolved.
Will alternative fuels deplete global corn supplies?
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Global corn supplies face demands from the ethanol, livestock and food industries. Read how global corn supplies are handling all these demands.
Top 10 Traditional Holiday Decor Items (and Where they Came From)
Holidays are the time of giving, receiving and decorating. Find out the top 10 holiday decor items and where the originated from with this article from HowStuffWorks.com.
How Sewing Machines Work
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Sewing machines turned a tedious task into something fast and easy. Learn about the inner workings of sewing machines and see expert reviews and prices for sewing machines.
10 Second Career Ideas for Retirees
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What are some top second career ideas for retirees? Learn about Top 10 Second Career Ideas for Retirees at HowStuffWorks.
What Are Haptics on iPhone Devices and Why Do They Exist?
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Ever wonder how flat cell phone keys vibrate to let you know you've pressed a button? It's called haptics, and you can use it for lots more than just phones.
Without Frank's RedHot There'd Be No Buffalo Wings
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You read that right. Frank's RedHot is the reason we now eat chicken wings. So what's the backstory? We'll tell you.
How Do QR Codes Work? 2D Barcodes Explained
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2D barcodes are being used in some interesting ways. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn everything about 2D barcodes.
Is Vantablack Really the Blackest Black?
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Vantablack is one of the darkest substances known, able to absorb up to 99.965 percent of visible light. But is it the blackest of blacks on the planet?
Which country's people have the longest life expectancy and why?
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Life expectancy has increased by 30 years since 1900, but which country has the highest life expectancy? Learn about life expectancy in this article.