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Annie Londonderry Bicycled Around the World and Into the Record Books
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At age 23, Annie Cohen Kopchovsky, aka Annie Londonderry, set out on an around-the-world cycling adventure. Why did she do it and did she make it?
Why Are Steel Studs More Common Than Wood?
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Although they've traditionally dominated the commercial building sector, metal studs -- or frames -- are making waves in residential building. What's the difference between them and their wooden counterparts?
Pluto: Is It a Planet After All?
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Back in 2006, the International Astronomical Union decided to demote Pluto to the status of a dwarf planet. A historical study challenges that designation.
What Would Happen if a Solar Storm Hit Earth?
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Solar flares disrupt Earth's magnetic field when they hit the planet, causing issues with power and GPS. But if a major solar storm hit Earth, the consequences could be catastrophic.
5 of the World's Most Grueling Ultramarathons
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Running through extreme heat, elevation, snow or rough terrain in an ultramarathon is a challenge designed to defeat all but the most determined.
How to Build Pole Barns
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Pole barns are easy to build with instruction. Learn how to build a pole barn at HowStuffWorks.
How Blu-ray Discs Work
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Blu-ray discs provide huge storage capacity for high definition movies. Learn about Blu-ray discs, how they work, and Blu-ray competitors.
Top 10 Most Expensive Shoes Ever
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The top 10 most expensive shoes ever are certainly beautiful, but the prices are pretty hefty. Learn about the top 10 most expensive shoes ever.
How Narco States Work
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Narco states are places where illegal drugs are openly traded with governmental approval. Learn all about narco states.
Top 10 Weirdest Prescription Drug Side Effects
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Prescription drug side effects are sometimes unavoidable -- there's no magic bullet for patients. But check out the weirdest prescription drug side effects.