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10 of the Most Dangerous Circus Acts Performed Today

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Circus performers often have to do some risky stunts. Learn about 10 of the most dangerous circus acts performed today at HowStuffWorks.

How Red-light Cameras Work

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The light turns red. You're alone at the intersection. There's not another car in sight. Do you run it? Read this before you answer.

How Capacitors Work

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The capacitor plays a crucial role in electronics - the capacitor stores electrons for when they're needed most. Learn more about the capacitor.

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!

Inside 'The Golden Compass'

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The Golden Compass is a new movie that is based on a popular book of the same name. Learn more about The Golden Compass and how The Golden Compass was filmed.

1915-1922 Stutz Bearcat

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The 1915-1922 Stutz Bearcat was a commercial success and quickly became one of the most beloved classic cars. Learn about the 1915-1922 Stutz Bearcat.

How Spud Guns Work

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A spud gun can hurl potatoes hundreds of feet at close to 400 miles per hour. But why is this staple of the dinner table such a popular projectile? Learn the science of spud guns and how they can be customized.

Can You Match the Theme Song to the '60s TV Show?

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TV theme songs become familiar friends, signaling the arrival of your favorite shows each week. If you watch a show through its entire run, you might find yourself listening to a certain theme song hundreds of times, but even casual viewers of a show can't help but hum along to catchy tunes. Take our quiz to see how much you remember about the most unforgettable TV theme songs of the '60s!

The 10 Weirdest Things People Collect

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Collecting things is a very personal pursuit. Ask most people why they collect something, and they'll usually say they do it simply because they like the item they collect - whether it be stamps, comic books or decorative spoons. But some collections go far beyond the norm. Many people out there are obsessed with some [...] The post The 10 Weirdest Things People Collect appeared first on Goliath.

The 10 Most Tragic Auto Racing Deaths In History

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Professional race car driving is a deadly sport. Anybody who engages in the sport of auto racing knows that they are taking their life into their own hands. And it doesn't matter how experienced or talented a driver may be, even some of the best wheelmen of all time have been killed on the track. Often [...] The post The 10 Most Tragic Auto Racing Deaths In History appeared first on Goliath.

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