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Meteors burn up when they hit the Earth's atmosphere. Why doesn't the space shuttle?
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In science, we are learning about the atmosphere. It protects us from meteors because it burns them up. So, why doesn't the space shuttle burn up?
The 1897 Cow Abduction Hoax
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In 1897 Alexander Hamilton reported a cow abduction by a UFO that appeared at his farm in Kansas. How did he fool people for half a century, and even get the made-up story in the newspaper?
One Time This Pony Drank a Lot of Diet Coke. Here's Why
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Strangely enough, Diet Coke and Coke can blast away bezoars in horses - and humans. HowStuffWorks Now investigates this unusual medical treatment.
Can You Name These '70s Singer-Songwriters?
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If you were tappin' your toes to "Crocodile Rock" or soaking in the wonder of Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah" back in the '70s, you might have what it takes to name these iconic singer-songwriters who helped redeem the decade from being all disco, all the time.
The Gettysburg Address
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The Gettysburg Address was a speech delivered by Abraham Lincoln on November 19, 1863. Learn more about the Gettysburg Address.
Sundrop, Evening Primrose
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Sundrops (evening primrose) have petals that look like molten gold. The stems grow up to two feet high and are topped by clusters of bright yellow flowers that bloom in the summer.
How to Fix an Oil Pan Leak
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Do you know how to fix an oil pan leak? Find out how to fix an oil pan leak in this article from HowStuffWorks.
Wind Energy Quiz
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Feel that wind? Fwooooshhhh!!! Fwwwooooshhh!! Quick, somebody put up a wind turbine. Test your knowledge with this quiz.
Insulate Your Windows in Under a Minute with Bubble Wrap
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Bubble wrap is a cheap and easy way to green your windows for winter. Learn more about insulating your windows in under a minute with bubble wrap.
How Bioluminescent Jellyfish Get Their Signature Glow
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In the deep ocean where sunlight fades to black, a strange glow pulses through the water.