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5 Trailblazing Female Mathematicians
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Can you name even one female mathematician? Don't worry if you can't. That just means you need to read our article on five famous female mathematicians to up your cred.
Battling Blockbusters: Fighting Against Superman
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Superman is the Man of Steel, but have you ever wondered who would win if he squared off against a Jedi knight? Learn about fighting against Superman.
How Skywriting Works
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Writing a legible message on paper requires a steady hand; writing one in the sky requires a steady everything.
Top 10 Mad Scientist Fails
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Most mad scientists slave away their entire lives in pursuit of godlike powers. These 10 mad scientists' fails ended their careers.
How Bioarchaeology Works
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Archaeologists dig up and study the material remains of human civilizations. Bioarchaeologists do the same thing, except they focus on the remains of, well, us. What's the big deal about old bones and teeth?
If You Recognize More Than 35 Of These Iconic Celebs, You're Probably A Baby Boomer
From Hollywood hunks like Marlon Brando or Paul Newman to singing sensations and sports heroes, baby boomers grew up admiring a whole different series of celebrities than their parents, and sorry millennials ... there's not a Kardashian in sight. See which ones you recognize with this quiz!
10 British TV Shows That Crossed the Pond
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American television networks have adapted British shows left and right. But a number of original British programs - er, make that programmes - have become hits with U.S. audiences, no translation necessary.
Are Zombies Real? 10 Reasons the Undead Can't Walk Among Us
The undead are frightening, brain-hungry monsters, lumbering toward their victims with great purpose. But wait. Can they even digest brains?
How Bonsai Works
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Bonsai is an ancient form of gardening that many consider to be art. Learn more about bonsai and the rich history that comes with it.
10 Design Flaws in the Average Home
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Just about everyone's home has something that could be improved. And sometimes design choices are to blame. Learn about the 10 most common design flaws in the typical house.