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22 Famous Leaders Who Changed History Forever
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You don't have to be a prime minister, civil war general, Nobel Peace Prize laureate or founding father to learn the strengths of famous leaders and better your own life. You can learn a lot from the greatest leaders in history — including what to do and what not to do — and prepare for your time to lead others.
Why Did Hundreds of Americans 'Drink the Kool-Aid' at Jonestown?
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In 1978, hundreds of followers of the Rev. Jim Jones died in Guyana, after being either coerced into suicide by their charismatic leader or actually murdered.
The Basic Astronomy quiz
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The night sky has fascinated humans throughout history. Even if you're not a science buff in general, we're willing to bet you know a thing or two about astronomy yourself. Find out just how much with our quiz!
Can You Name These Overwatch Characters from a Screenshot?
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Multiplayer first-person shooter Overwatch was released in 2016 and is taking the world by storm! Are you a devoted fan who goes beyond casual knowledge of the lore? Test your smarts with this quiz!
How Does the U.S. Government Declassify Top Secret Documents?
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The FBI's seizure of top secret files from Donald Trump's home shined a spotlight on the declassification system. How does the process work?
How Special Relativity Works
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Special relativity deals in phenomena that don't agree with our historical or commonsense views of how the universe works. In fact, many of the theory's assertions almost appear ludicrous.
How WWII Fighter Planes Worked
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The film "Pearl Harbor" is now playing. Look at the aircraft involved in that battle, technological marvels for their time.
How Exoskeletons Will Work
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Exoskeletons will allow soldiers to run faster, carry heavier weapons and leap over large obstacles. Learn how these robotic suits will work.
How Vampire Power Works
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Vampire power, also known as standby power, refers to the power gadgets waste just by being plugged in. Learn how vampire power sucks your wallet dry.
How Thin-film Solar Cells Work
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Thin-film solar cells are more flexible and less expensive than traditional solar cells. Learn more about what makes thin-film solar cells different.