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Can You Name These Cricketers From an Image?
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Cricket is an ancient game that became one of the most popular forms of sport in the world. Those who play cricket are part of a long tradition of joy and heartbreak, but how many of those players can you recognize?
How the Zumwalt Class Destroyer Works
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The Zumwalt is the military's class of next-generation destroyers. Find out how the Zumwalt class destroyer works and learn about Zumwalt technology.
How MID Tablets Work
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MID tablets are the smaller and full-size tablets that are often the cheaper products on the market. See what you should know about MID tablets.
How Satellite Phones Work
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Satellite phones can be your only line of communication in remote areas, but it's a costly way to reach out and touch someone. See how satellite phones work.
22 of the Worst Prisons in the World
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These prisons house some of the world's most notorious criminals. But battles rage behind their walls, oftentimes leaving inmates susceptible to torture, disease and even death. These are some of the worst prisons on the planet.
Can You Answer All of These "Jeopardy" Style Questions?
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Don't worry, we won't tell Alex Trebek that you weren't able to get all of the following "Jeopardy"-style questions right. But give it your best shot ... and you can pretend that you'll go home with piles of fresh game show cash.
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 Airplanes Work
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More than 100 years ago the Wright brothers made their historic first flight in Kitty Hawk, N.C. Even after all these years, their creation still boggles the mind: How can something so heavy take to the air?
How Weightlessness Works
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As the International Space Station astronauts return to Earth after a three-month stay, learn about the effects of weightlessness on the body.
How Riots Work
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Are riots really effective? Do they provide anything besides a release of frustration? Read all about riots at HowStuffWorks.