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How Olympic Timing Works
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In timed Olympic events, the difference between the gold and the silver can come down to a fraction of a second. You won't find that kind of accuracy in your typical wristwatch. Find out about the systems (and backup systems) that keep Olympic timing honest.
How Homeowners Insurance Works
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Homeowners insurance can help if your home suffers any sort of damage. Find out how homeowners insurance works and how to save money on premiums.
In 1680, the Pueblo Peoples Revolted Against Spanish Colonists … And Won
After enduring decades of brutal punishment and forced religious conversion, the pueblo peoples rebelled successfully. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
The Lymph System
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The lymph system is the body's drainage system. It is composed of a network of vessels and small structures called lymph nodes. Explore the lymph system.
The 10 Most Legitimate Cases of U.F.O. Sightings
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History doesn't believe or disbelieve in UFOs. There are a handful of UFO sightings documented by Roman historians from around 2,000 years ago, but they seem about as credible as the existence of Zeus. More than 95 percent of all UFO sightings can be easily dismissed as military aircraft, stars, planets, meteors, flares, weather balloons [...] The post The 10 Most Legitimate Cases of U.F.O. Sightings appeared first on Goliath.
2000-2008 Cadillac
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The 2000-2008 Cadillac lineup helped revive Cadillac after a rough period in its history. Get the vital details on the Cadillac models of this era.
Christmas Trivia
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Test your Christmas trivia knowledge in the areas of songs, movies, traditions and more. Uncover amazing facts as you test your Christmas trivia knowledge.
Did King Nebuchadnezzar Really Go Mad and Eat Grass for 7 Years?
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The Bible says that God caused Nebuchadnezzar to become insane and live like an animal for seven years as punishment for his arrogance. But what is the real story?
How the La Brea Tar Pits Work
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A sculpted mammoth shows visitors to the La Brea Tar Pits what these ancient animals might have looked like, but the pits themselves have looked the same for thousands of years. How did they form, and what discoveries lie beneath the sticky surface?
Can You Name These Famous Baseball Players From Just One Image?
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Baseball, as American as apple pie! From Babe Ruth to A-Rod, everyone has a favorite player. Can you name these famous baseball players from a single image? Go ahead and take our quiz and find out!