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15 Worst Hurricanes of All Time

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The Americas have been hit with some major hurricanes throughout the decades. But which were the worst ones in history?

How 401 k Plans Work

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401(k) plans make saving for the golden years a lot easier than it used to be. Find out about 401(k) plans.

Railroad Expansion

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The railroad expansion of the middle and late 1800s changed America forever. Read more about the westward expansion of railroads.

Top 10 Myths About the Brain

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You only use 10 percent of that big, wrinkled mass of smarts -- unless you listen to Mozart. At least, that's what we've heard about the brain. But how many common brain beliefs are just plain wrong?

How the Big Bang Theory Works

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The big bang theory is well-known, but there are many misconceptions about it. Like what? Let's start with this one: There was no bang.

How Barbecue Works

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Almost every country in the world has some dish involving meat cooked over the fire. In the U.S., it's called barbecue. Come with us on a mouthwatering-journey through the history, politics and techniques of barbecue.

10 Science Questions You Should Really Know How to Answer

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Why is the sky blue? What's relativity all about? If you're thinking, "something to do with light and physics and stuff," we have some short explanations for you.

How War Dogs Work

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Was a dog really the first to encounter bin Laden? We may never know, but we do know that man's best friend has been serving in wars for centuries, getting soldiers smokes, sniffing out bombs and patrolling borders. Why do canines make such good soldiers?

How Nuclear Bombs Work

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Nine countries hold the 13,000 nuclear weapons in the global stockpile. That's less than during the Cold War but it doesn't change the fact that these bombs are still a threat to global humanity. So how do they work and are we close to nuclear war?

How the U.S. Vice President Works

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The Vice President is second in command to the president. Find out everything you need to know about the vice president.

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