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What Is the Point of Daylight Saving Time?
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We humans aren't complete slaves to time. We've devised ways to pack an extra hour of sunshine into our day, thanks to daylight saving time. But who came up with this idea and why do so many people loathe it?
Railroads During the Depression
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Railroads struggled during the Great Depression, as did the rest of the nation. Read about railroads of the Depression era and the New Deal.
How Geniuses Work
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Without a doubt, Einstein was a genius. They're easy to spot, but it's difficult to explain exactly what makes a person a genius. Learn why.
How Pottery Works
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Pottery hasn't always been considered art, but it has always been used in a practical manner. Learn where pottery came from and where it's going today.
Top 10 Structurally Amazing Bridges
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Bridges move cars, trains, bikes and people, among other things. These 10 may even move your soul with their engineering ingenuity and beauty. So which 10 make the cut?
How Scientific Peer Review Works
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Scientific peer review is a quality-control system that critiques all new scientific discoveries. Learn more scientific peer review and its flaws.
Harley-Davidson History
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Harley-Davidson history spans over a century of innovation and excellence in motorcycle production. Learn about the history of Harley-Davidson.
How Public Relations Works
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Public relations professionals are charged with making people, governments and organizations look good. Learn more about public relations in this article.
How Air Conditioners Work
Air conditioning has fundamentally changed how people experience the world. When it's hot outside, walking into an air-conditioned house is like walking into another season. How do air conditioners keep us cool?
How Controlled Detonations Work
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It's a delicate, hair-raising business that usually ends in triumph, but can, in certain circumstances, end in tragedy. Welcome to the world of a bomb squad technician. It's explosive.