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How Area 51 Works

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Less than 100 miles from Las Vegas, is the most famous secret military installation on the planet: Area 51. For decades, the U.S. government refused to acknowledge it existed. But now, the secret is out.

How the Bulova Precisionist Works

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Do you know how the Bulova Precisionist watch works? Find out how precise the Precisionist really is.

What Countries Use the Imperial System?

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Most of the world uses the metric system for everyday measurements, but only three countries in the world use the imperial system as their official system of measurement.

10 Innovations in Hydropower

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People all over the world are working on turning this very ancient power source into an even more important modern one. And that means a lot more than dams.

Dry Shampoo Basics

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Dry shampoos can be a quick fix when you don't have time to shower. But are dry shampoo sprays and foams good enough for use every day?

10 Creative After-school Programs for Kids

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Looking for creative after-school programs for kids? Visit HowStuffWorks Family to find 10 creative after-school programs for kids.

What caused the World Trade Center towers to collapse on 9/11?

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It took years to construct the 110-story World Trade Center towers and less than an hour to bring them down to rubble. What ultimately caused the towers to collapse on Sept. 11, 2001?

Is Kimchi Good or Bad for You?

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HowStuffWorks explains what kimchi is, the health risks and benefits and how it is made.

Iconic Fictional Companies From TV and Movies

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Some of the biggest companies in the real world can't compare with those created in our favorite fictional universes. In the land of make-believe, companies become much more than just simple money makers. They can innovate beyond belief, save (or destroy) the planet, or just accidentally cause insane amounts of chaos. The companies on our [...] The post Iconic Fictional Companies From TV and Movies appeared first on Goliath.

10 Types of Microphones

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Microphones have been around in some form for more than 150 years. Modern mics incorporate fiber optics, microchips, and even lasers to suit a variety of audio needs.

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