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Beyond 'Braveheart': 5 Things We Get Wrong About William Wallace
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The story of Scottish resistance hero William Wallace has morphed into fiction over time, but the truth is actually far more fascinating than the one we see in popular retellings.
Japanese Zelkova Tree
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Japanese zelkova tree is a fast-growing tree often substituted for American elm because it resists Dutch elm disease. Learn how to grow and use the Japanese zelkova tree.
Tired of Sitting All Day? These 5 Calisthenics Can Get You Moving
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Sitting on your butt all day can do a number on your health. Calisthenics, which is resistance training using your body weight, is a great way to stay in shape.
How can I make a pinewood derby car go faster?
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Pinewood derby cars are a favorite pastime for kids and adults alike. Learn how pinewood derby cars use gravity and how you can make yours go faster.
What is soft-story seismic retrofitting?
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A soft-story building has a first floor that's more flexible than the ones above -- think apartments over a department store that's mostly open space. How does soft-story retrofitting keep such buildings from collapsing in a quake?
How to Clean Quartz Countertops in 5 Easy Steps
Quartz counters are a fantastic choice for kitchen countertops due to their durability, stain resistance and elegant appearance. Unlike marble countertops, quartz surfaces are nonporous, making them easy to clean and maintain.
What Type of Guy Are You Drawn To?
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When it comes to meeting guys, your head might tell you one thing, but it's your heart you're going to listen to. Which type of guy can you not resist?
What Is the One Thing That Makes You Irresistible to Men?
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Some people think men are pretty simple and others believe they are far too hard to figure out. Want to know what it is about you that men just can't resist? Take the quiz and see!
Tungsten's Boiling Point Is 10,030 F and Other Crazy Facts
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Tungsten's hardness and heat resistance make it a must for products like rocket engine nozzles, armor-piercing bullets and even the humble light bulb filament. In fact, pure tungsten boils at 10,030 F, the same as the photosphere of the sun.
How Plasma Cutters Work
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The metal used to construct buildings resists all sorts of damage, making it a very reliable material -- and very difficult to manipulate into the appropriate form. Enter the plasma cutter. Learn all about the amazing device that cuts through metal like a knife through warm butter.