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The 'Top Gun' Quiz
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Tom Cruise in Ray-Ban aviators and dress whites, sweaty and shirtless on the beach volleyball court - "Top Gun" had it all. How much do you know about one of the most '80s of all '80s movies? Take this quiz to find out.
How the Office of Civilian Defense Worked
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The Office of the Civilian Defense was one of the biggest wartime volunteer efforts. Read up on the Office of Civilian Defense and learn when it disbanded.
Bob Lazar, UFO Hoaxster
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Bob Lazar claimed to have worked in the S-4 section of Area 51. On that top-secret Nevada research base, he claimed to see anti-gravity reactors and flying saucers in person. How truthful were his extravagant tales?
How do airlines determine how expensive a pet plane ticket is?
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Pet plane ticket costs are set by each airline and usually are the same, no matter how far your pet goes. Learn about costs for a pet plane ticket.
Can drones replace fighter jets?
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Military types are looking to drones to fly the deadly skies.
What Kind of Glasses Are Most Flattering for Your Face?
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Oval, heart, round, square, triangle. The shape of your face dictates the type of glasses that will make the most of your features. Make a stylish choice for your next spectacles by taking this quiz now.
Fast Facts on the Grounded Boeing 737 MAX 8
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The Boeing 737 first flew into the world a half century ago. Here's the scoop on Boeing's fastest-selling airplane.
Why Can't We Solve the Amelia Earhart Mystery?
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Why can't we solve the Amelia Earhart mystery? Read about her disappearance and why what happened to Amelia Earhart remains a mystery.
How Helicopters Work
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Believe it or not, the marvel we know as the helicopter began as a Chinese top consisting of a shaft - a stick - adorned with feathers on one end.
Behind the X Prize
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We know who won - top-runner SpaceShipOne. We know what the team receives for that accomplishment: $10 million and an obscenely gigantic trophy. But what about the story behind the contest? Learn about the rules, restrictions, red tape, test crashes, successful launches and the technological innovations that may get you into sub-orbit sooner than you think.