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How California's Power Crisis Works
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Another series of rolling blackouts are hitting California. Learn why this is happening and how it affects you.
How Light Propulsion Will Work
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Like many new technologies, light propulsion was originally conceived as a tool of war and national defense. But the "Star Wars" missile defense system may eventually send rockets, rather than missile-destroying lasers, into space.
Could a squid take down a submarine?
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Giant squid are powerful, enormous creatures that can stretch longer than a full-size school bus. Learn all about giant squid attacks.
Why did cars become the dominant form of transportation in the United States?
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Why did cars become the dominant form of transportation in the U.S.? In this article, find out why cars became the main form of transportation in the U.S.
How much power does the world consume?
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World power consumption is dominated by the world's richest countries. Learn about world power consumption and find out how much power the world consumes.
Did Cleopatra really lose the Battle of Actium?
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Did Cleopatra really lose the Battle of Actium? Learn about Cleopatra and the Battle of Actium at HowStuffWorks.
Why are turkeys genetically modified?
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Genetically modified or selectively bred turkeys make up the majority of the market and are bred for white meat. Learn about genetically modified turkeys.
How Automatic Solar Panel Cleaning Systems Work
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Automatic solar panel cleaning makes solar panels far more efficient. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about automatic solar panel cleaning.
How the BMW X6 ActiveHybrid Works
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The BMW X6 ActiveHybrid concept blurs the line between SUV, hatchback and sports car. Read about the BMW X6 ActiveHybrid car.
How Formica Works
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Formica is a surface material commonly used in home improvement projects. Learn more about formica at HowStuffWorks.