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5 Sayings of Confucius That Still Resonate Today
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Chinese philosopher Confucius tutored many young men on ethical behavior. Here are five of his quotes about personal morals and good government that we can still learn from.
Why is scary music scary?
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You know it when you hear it: shrieking noises, dissonant chords, unexpected high notes. HowStuffWorks explains what makes scary music scary.
How the Sierra Club Works
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The Sierra Club protects the environment by lobbying for environmental preservation. Learn more about the Sierra Club conservation efforts.
How Building Codes Work
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Strong, well-enforced building codes can save lives and reduce property damage in a natural disaster. But who sets and enforces building codes?
Oak Ridge, Tennessee: America's Secret Atomic City
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The Manhattan Project built the city of Oak Ridge in rural Tennessee, where secret facilities produced uranium-235 for the atomic bomb.
Can you rock through this classic rock lyrics quiz?
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Some of the biggest, baddest, and best rock bands of all time struck gold in the '70s and '80s with monster hits and even bigger hair. Put your rock 'n' roll knowledge to the test and see if you can match the lyrics to the band in this quiz!
The 10 Best Biker Movies Of All Time
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Movies about motorcycle gangs or people riding motorcycles cross country are commonly known as biker flicks. And there was a time when biker movies were a cottage industry in Hollywood. The Hells Angels alone inspired a whole genre of movies in the 1960s and 1970s with titles such as Hells Angels On Wheels, Nam's Angels, [...] The post The 10 Best Biker Movies Of All Time appeared first on Goliath.
How Space Shuttles Work
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In its nearly 30-year history, the space shuttle program has seen exhilarating highs and devastating lows. Learn all about the space shuttle program.
How Saber-tooth Cats Worked
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Saber-tooth cats are perhaps the most well-known extinct felines. Learn about saber-tooth cats and the behavior patterns of saber-tooth cats.
5 Kwanzaa Traditions
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What kind of traditions come with celebrating Kwanzaa? Check out 5 Kwanzaa traditions at HowStuffWorks.