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How 3-D Puzzles Work
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3-D puzzles result in three-dimensional, structural objects when solved. Learn how 3-D puzzles work at HowStuffWorks.
Martial Arts Masterpieces You Can Watch Over And Over
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Martial arts movies have been a mainstay of cinema since at least the mid-1970s. All the mind-blowing choreographed action and high-flying stunts are certainly the main reason people have come to enjoy them, but it's not the only one. The truly memorable ones are full of history, humor, oddball characters, and, especially in older films, [...] The post Martial Arts Masterpieces You Can Watch Over And Over appeared first on Goliath.
Does a hard toothbrush destroy enamel?
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Brushing and flossing are the cornerstones of good oral health, but are you using the right tools in the right way and does a hard toothbrush destroy enamel?
Voltaire Was an Enlightenment Celebrity Who Would've Loved Social Media
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Before there was a Madonna, Bono or Beyoncé, the one-named Voltaire was Europe's first truly modern celebrity.
10 Things We Love to Hate About the '70s and '80s
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There were some totally awesome things about the decades that span the 1970s and 1980s. But man, are there things we're glad to leave in the past. Here are 10 of them.
10 People With Incredibly Bad Luck
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These 10 people had the incredibly bad luck of being in the wrong place at the wrong time or the right place at the wrong time.
Can You Get a Perfect Score on This "Gilligan's Island" Quiz?
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Just sit right back and take a quiz about a fateful trip. Even though it only ran for three seasons, "Gilligan's Island" is one of television's most enduring shows. Think you remember the adventures of Gilligan and the rest of the castaways well enough to ace this quiz? Let's find out!
How Off-peak Cooling Systems Work
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Off-peak cooling systems can help cool your home in an energy-efficient way. Learn about off-peak cooling systems.
Yo-Yo Basics
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The yo-yo has been a popular toy since the late 18th century. Read up on history of the yo-yo and learn essential yo-yo tricks and tips.
How Remote Controls Work
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In WWII, remote controls detonated bombs for the first time. Now some of us spend an hour looking for the remote before we remember there are buttons on the TV. Find out the difference between a "universal" and a "learning" remote and check out some of the other high-tech features you can find on remotes today.