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Can You ID These '70s Movies?
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The '70s might have been the best decade ever for big movies. From killer sharks to galaxies far, far away to '50s nostalgia, cinema had everything. How much do you remember about the years that saw the birth of the blockbuster?
10 Nobel Laureates Whose Work Changed the World
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Sure, Nobel Prize winners get money, a medal and bragging rights, but the rest of us often benefit from their accomplishments, too. Meet 10 of these game-changing people.
How Yogurt Works
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It's been part of people's diets around the world for centuries, but has recently become a health-food staple. Are you one of the people who seek a little culture every day?
Top 8 Synthetic Fuels
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Different types of synthetic fuels offer some advantages over fossil fuels. Find out about the top synthetic fuels and how they're processed.
How the Wii Balance Board Works
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The Wii Balance Board for Nintendo's Wii tracks a user's weight and movements. See how the Wii Balance Board works as a game controller.
How Cement Mixers Work
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Few are unfamiliar with the mixer trucks that transport concrete from the factory to the construction site. How do they keep that stuff from hardening while they move?
10 Most Famous Nurses in History
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Do you know some of the most famous nurses in history? Take a look at 10 of the most famous nurses in history that pioneered the modern nursing field.
5 Medications Prescribed for Off-label Use
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Off-label drugs are prescribed to treat conditions they're not approved to treat. HowStuffWorks looks at five of the most common off-label drugs.
How ER Nurses Work
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ER nurses save lives and keep the emergency room running smoothly. Learn more about ER nurses.
Can You Name the Historical Figure From a Legendary Fact About Them?
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Earth wouldn't be Earth without the epic people who do things like invent the internet, travel around the world in 80 days and yell, "Eureka!" Learn about the coolest accomplishments in history and try to match these historical figures to the legendary fact.