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When Were the Twin Towers Built?

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The twin towers of the World Trade Center were true originals -- their history is one of innovation, persistence and grand ideas.

New Technology Revives Tarnished Daguerreotype Ghosts

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Scientists have found a means of restoring daguerreotypes degraded by time. HowStuffWorks looks at the new technology.

Read J.K. Rowling's New Book, 'The Ickabog,' Online for Free

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J.K. Rowling fans rejoice! The beloved author is releasing a brand-new book online. And it's totally free.

11 Most Popular Sports in the World

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Thrilling gameplay, dramatic storylines and top-notch talent are all important factors in ensuring a sport's popularity grows and fanbases thrive. The most popular sports in the world are all spectacles of athletic competition that attract large crowds in the stands and around the television.

New York City's Iconic Dakota Helped Gild the Gilded Age

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The Dakota is most famous as the apartment where former Beatle John Lennon lived and died, but it also played a key role in the evolution of New York City during the Gilded Age.

What's new with Internet Explorer 8?

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Internet Explorer 8 is Microsoft's latest browser, released in 2009. It has many new and improved features. Learn about Internet Explorer 8.

10 of the World's Ugliest Animals: So Homely They're Cute

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You can't dis a naked mole rat just for being himself, but, really, what animal could be uglier? Well, the world is full of ugly animals and we've got nine other choices for you.

Hummingbird Migration Can Mean Flying 2,000 Miles Without a Break

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Ruby-throated hummingbirds migrate annually from the U.S. all the way to Central America. How often would one need to stop? A new study reveals amazing abilities.

The Chelsea Hotel Is New York's Legendary Hotel for Artists and Dreamers

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Since it was built in 1885, New York's famous Hotel Chelsea has been home to countless artists, writers, poets and creatives and its history is the stuff of legend.

What Does the Money Tree Have to Do With Lunar New Year?

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The money tree has long been a symbol of good fortune in Asia. But how did the plant get its name?

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