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Can we harness energy from tornadoes and hurricanes?
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Amid the deadly gusts of wind and chaotic storms signaling an impending tornado, you rush indoors to a safe place to escape harm's way. But is there a way to actually benefit from that destructive power?
Get Over It! Boxed Wine Is Better Than Bottled
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Boxed wine has a stigma, and HowStuffWorks explains why there's no need for it. It tastes as good, lasts longer and is more eco-friendly than bottled.
How Laser Communication Works
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When speed is everything and light marks the universe's speed limit, lasers are bound to be the answer. At least, that's what NASA and a bunch of Wall Street types are betting on.
How Avalanches Work
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Learn how avalanches form, how long you can stay alive while buried under an avalanche and what steps you can take to survive.
Claude Monet Paintings 1873-1878
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Claude Monet was one of the most prominent Impressionist painters, influencing generations to come. Discover Monet's paintings from 1873 to 1878.
Capricorn Compatibility in Love, Friendship and Work
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If you're a Capricorn, which signs are you most compatible with in love, friendship and work? We talk with two astrologers to find out.
10 Things We Thought Were True Before the Scientific Method
Before the scientific method came along, science dabbled in some pretty far-out ideas in its youth. Remember miasmas? And spontaneous generation? And the four elements?
Aquarius Compatibility in Love, Friendship and Work
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Discover which zodiac signs align with the visionary Water Bearer in love, friendship, and beyond. Are you destined for cosmic harmony or fiery clashes? Find out now.
How Ice Rinks Work
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The things people do on ice rinks are so spectacular, we sometimes forget how remarkable ice rinks themselves are. Maintaining a proper ice rink is a real feat of engineering. Get a behind the scenes look at this very cool technology.
10 Types of Insulation
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Most of us know that a house must have a well-insulated building envelope to be structurally sound. But we may not know how important this shell really is. These are 10 types of insulation that can protect your home.