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Can You Guess the Place by a Picture of It?
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Do you know where Burning Man is held or where Napoleon used to party? Can you name that colorful village that clings to a cliff on the Amalfi coast? Do you know what the "Times Square" of Asia is called? See if you can name these places by looking at a picture.
How the World Trade Center Slurry Wall Works
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It's been compared Jerusalem's Wailing Wall. What purpose did the slurry wall serve the World Trade Center, and what is its significance now?
How to Turn an Old Dinner Plate into a Wall Clock
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Are you wondering how to turn an old dinner plate into a wall clock? Check out this article to learn how to turn an old dinner plate into a wall clock.
How the Virtual Border Fence Works
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The virtual border fence uses a system of cameras and radar to catch border crossers. Learn about the virtual border fence and border fence technology.
Can You Identify These Landmarks That Were Made During the 1950s?
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The 1950s were a time of global transition, as much of Europe worked to rebuild after WWII while the U.S. took advantage of unprecedented economic prosperity. Take our quiz to see if you can name the most famous landmarks of this decade!
How did public fountains, like those in Rome, work without any type of motor to pump the water?
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Rome is famous for having large public fountains that work without the use of any kind of mechanized pump. How were these fountains able to generate enough water pressure without a motor? Check out this article for the answer to this question.
How WiMAX Works
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WiMAX has hit technology news in a big way. This networking system can blanket a 30-mile radius with broadband access. Learn all about WiMAX.
Top 10 Structurally Amazing Bridges
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Bridges move cars, trains, bikes and people, among other things. These 10 may even move your soul with their engineering ingenuity and beauty. So which 10 make the cut?
Why is a cell phone called a cell phone?
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One of the most interesting things about a cell phone is that it is really a radio. Find out why cell phones are named as they are.
Would a cell phone work on a submerged submarine?
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Cell phones are pretty amazing gadgets, but are they amazing enough to work underwater? Visit HowStuffWorks for the answer.