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How Electromagnets Work
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Whether they're sorting out scrap metal or helping us unlock the secrets of the universe, electromagnets are pretty nifty devices. What's so great about magnetism on demand? We'll electrify you with the details.
How Mercury Cars Work
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For much of its life, Mercury has built cars that are upscale versions of Fords. Find out more about Mercury's origins and models like the Cougar.
How YouTube Works
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YouTube is a community website that features all kinds of videos. Find out how YouTube works and learn about the features YouTube has to offer.
What if a black hole formed near our solar system?
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Black holes have serious pull, and they're not afraid to use it. Could one of these skulking bad boys ever arise in our home, sweet (solar system) home?
10 Future Jobs in Health Care
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With Americans living longer, newer and more innovative health care jobs will be go digital. Learn more about future heath care jobs at HowStuffWorks.
How Power Grids Work
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Electrical power is a little bit like the air you breathe: You don't really think about it until it is missing. There are good reasons the power grid distribution system works the way it does, though it can lead to some big problems.
How Car Washes Work
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Thinking about scraping those bugs off your windshield? Wish someone else would do it? Take a ride through an automatic car wash and see how it makes your car shine.
How Movie Projectors Work
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When you see a movie in the theater, do you notice the projector? Without it, you'd be staring at a blank screen. Enter the projection booth and learn what it takes to show a movie.
Ultimate Guide to the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
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Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is one of the largest and most popular parades in the United States. And this year is no exception.
10 Inventions by Thomas Edison (That You've Never Heard Of)
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It's common knowledge that Thomas Edison invented the incandescent light bulb and the phonograph, but did you know he also developed concrete furniture and a phone to communicate with the dead?