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How MREs Work
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Coalition troops have been surviving mainly on MREs (Meals Ready to Eat) for most of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Learn what these portable, adaptable and absolutely essential pieces of military technology are all about.
How do you build an underwater tunnel?
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Underwater tunnels are so commonplace that we rarely think of the great dangers -- and extreme construction techniques -- these modern wonders require. With the opening of the Marmaray Tunnel in October 2013, it's time to take a second look.
10 Grocery Store Etiquette Rules
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By following grocery etiquette guidelines, you can keep your shopping trip efficient and free of drama. See 10 grocery etiquette rules to get started.
How Elevators Work
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In action movies, elevators regularly plummet to the basement, landing in a spectacular ball of fire. Is this possible? There are some sophisticated engineering techniques at work behind every elevator ride you take.
How the Terracotta Army Works
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The Terracotta Army was commissioned under Emperor Qin as protection for the afterlife. Learn why the Terracotta Army isn't as unique as it is massive.
10 Worst School Lunch Menu Items
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As obesity and other health problems rise, parents should be on the look out for these 10 worst school lunch menu items. Buyers beware!
How Armored Cars Work
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Most armored vehicles get their extra protection from specialists instead of at the factory. Read about armored cars and how they're designed.
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.
5 Monopoly House Rules You Should Ditch
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The official Monopoly rules make us feel like Goldilocks: Some make the game too hard -- others, too soft. Which can be ditched to make the game just right?
10 Things You Should Never, Ever Wear to a Wedding
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Inappropriate wedding attire can draw attention away from the focus of the wedding -- the happy couple. Check out 10 things you should never wear to a wedding.