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How Airports Work
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Did you know that airports were once known as "flying fields" because planes took off and landed in large fields? Journey through the hidden world of airports in this article, but without the stress, nail-biting and packages of peanuts.
How Spanglish Works
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A hybrid of English and Spanish known as Spanglish can be heard in many predominantly Hispanic areas as well as on TV and in movies. Learn where it came from and how it works.
How Hula Hoops Work
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Where did hula hoops come from and how did they get so popular? Read about the origins of hula hoops at HowStuffWorks.
10 Groundbreaking Uses of Special Effects Makeup
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From 'The Phantom of the Opera' to 'The Curious Case of Benjamin Button,' here are 10 groundbreaking uses of special effects makeup from HowStuffWorks.
How Brazing Works
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Welding isn't the only way to make metals, like the ones on your aviator shades, meet up. Brazing can do the trick, too, with a little heat, some filler and some capillary action.
69 of the Most Famous Race Car Drivers of All Time
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Whether Formula One or NASCAR, fans of racing hotly debate the merits of various drivers' championships, rivalries and the trophies that got away. So who's the greatest of all time?
Post-war Railroads
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Post-war railroads chronicles the height of American railroad transportation. Learn about railroads and post-war railroads.
How Nuclear Submarines Work
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Nuclear submarines are powered by nuclear reactors and may carry nuclear weapons. Read about nuclear submarines and how they changed the world's oceans forever.
How Offshore Drilling Works
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Offshore drilling means combing Earth for new underwater oil reserves. Learn more about offshore drilling and finding oil in the midst of rough seas.
How Prefab Houses Work
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Prefab houses are growing in popularity and size as more options become available. Learn about prefab houses and find out how prefab houses are constructed.