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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.
How Two-line Phones Work
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Two-line phones incorporate two separate phone lines into one device. Learn how two-line phones work and why business travelers love them.
Free Baby Toys Knitting Patterns
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Learn to knit barnyard finger puppets, felted blocks, and a sweet teddy bear. Find free knitting patterns for beautiful baby toys at HowStuffWorks.
10 Little-Known Patron Saints
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While Saint Peter and Saint Micheal are well-known, there are a number of little-known patron saints. Did you know that there is a patron saint for dentists, ice skaters, bachelors and difficult marriages? Find out more about obscure patron saints.
How Computer Memory Works
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Computer memory comes in many different types and has numerous applications. Learn about the different types of computer memory and what they do.
Why Can't We Generate All Our Energy From Wind Power?
Why can't we generate all the electricity we need from the wind? Learn more about generating energy from wind power.
75 of the Hardest Riddles (With Answers) to Test Your Brain
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Challenge yourself with some of the hardest riddles we could find so you can keep your mind sharp! As you tackle these tricky brain teasers, you'll engage your mind in a way that few other activities can.
How Obituaries Went From Dry Death Notices to Tributes to Truth
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Obituaries do more than just let the world know someone died. They're a chance to pay tribute to someone, advocate for a cause or even settle a score.
What are the odds there is life in outer space?
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Are we alone? Jodie Foster's character in "Contact" didn't think so, and neither do the scientists who've been listening for an extraterrestrial message for decades.
How many atoms are in a person?
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Atoms: the building blocks of life and the universe. We're all made of these microscopic bits of matter, but how many does it take to make a complete human being? And exactly what kinds of atoms do we have inside us?