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Why Do Some U.S. Bills Have a Star at the End of the Serial Number?
Most U.S. currency contains a serial number that ends with a letter, but some end or begin with a star instead. What does the letter stand for? What is the significance of the star?
This 'Enchantress of Numbers' Was the World's First Computer Programmer
Ada Lovelace was the daughter of famed poet Lord Byron. But she moved out of her father's shadow to make a name in numbers, not words.
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.
10 Mad Royals in History
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Insanity on the throne was more common than you might think. Here are 10 of the maddest royals in history.
10 Native American Music Traditions
Some Native Americans maintain traditions in which music plays a central role. Check out 10 Native American music traditions at HowStuffWorks.
How Ice Sculpting Works
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Ice sculptures can range from small tabletop pieces to entire buildings. In this fundamentally temporary medium, art and engineering combine to form sparkling, breathtaking effects.
How Magnets Work
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Magnets produce magnetic fields and attract metals like iron, nickel and cobalt. They're used in all sorts of applications but how are they made and how do they work?
What is in an antiperspirant that stops sweat?
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What is in an antiperspirant that stops sweat?
Japanese Yew
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Japanese yew is one of the only conifers that is shade tolerant, and it produces vibrant berries that please the eye. Learn how to grow and use Japanese yew in your garden or as a house plant.
Kids' Rooms
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Decorating your child's room involves decisions regarding safety, comfort, access, and style. Learn how to decorate spaces for kids of any age.