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Why Is the U.S. Dollar the World's Currency?

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Around the world, people convert their money into U.S. dollars, making it the de facto global currency. But how did the U.S. dollar become so mighty?

How Do Spaghetti Models Predict a Hurricane's Path?

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Spaghetti models plot the potential tracks of tropical storms and hurricanes from different meteorological organizations onto one map. The resulting visual helps project how likely the forecast track will be.

What is the average credit score and why?

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The average credit score is based on a score developed by the Fair Isaac Corporation. Learn how the FICO formula determines an average credit score.

How Prohibition Worked

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Prohibition was a constitutional amendment banning the sale and production of alcohol in the U.S. HowStuffWorks looks at prohibition and why it failed.

How Microcontrollers Work

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Most modern electronic devices (TVs, VCRs, microwaves and so on) contain an embedded microcontroller. It's basically a dedicated computer. Find out how these devices work and experiment with one on your own.

We're Getting Closer to the Quantum Internet, But What Is It?

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The quantum internet would use the quirky behavior of tiny particles to enable applications not possible with today's internet.

12 Sunflowers Facts for Beginner Gardeners

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Sunflowers are incredibly tough and can be grown in almost any soil. Plus, it's hard not to smile when you see a field of these bright yellow rays.

Can You Pass This Difficult General Knowledge Test?

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Throughout our lives, we all learn a few facts that stick with us no matter how long we live. Do you think you know everything there is to know about all types of subjects? Then it's time to show your stuff by taking this quiz!

Silk Screen Printing: From Fabric to Fine Art

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I'm having T-shirts printed, and the people at the shop keep talking about "silk-screening." How does silk-screening work?

Aromatherapy: Clary Sage

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Clary sage can be used in aromatherapy preparations to focus the mind or stimulate hormones when applied to the skin. Learn about this essential oil.

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