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Why Chuck Yeager Was the Greatest Pilot of All Time
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Before Yeager did it, people thought it was impossible to break the sound barrier in flight. But he proved them wrong, even flying the plane while nursing two cracked ribs.
Do nail salon workers have a higher incidence of cancer?
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How safe are nail salon workers? Learn if nail salon workers have a higher rate of cancer and why they are more at risk.
Why doesn't tear-free shampoo sting your eyes?
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Some say the real reason "no tear" shampoo works is that it has Novocain in it, desensitizing babies to its sting. Fact or urban legend?
Can You Pass This American General Knowledge Quiz?
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The Declaration of Independence may have created the United States of America. However, U.S. history consists of more than the Founding Fathers. Find out if you need to retake a U.S. History class with this quiz!
Made in America: The Ridiculous History of 'OK'
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The fad for abbreviations like LOL is nothing new. In fact, this trend in the 1840s spawned the greatest abbreviation of all, "OK."
How Solar-powered Refrigerators Work
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Solar-powered refrigerators may sound like something of the future, but the SunDanzer is already on the market. Learn about solar-powered refrigerators.
How Microcontrollers Work
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Most modern electronic devices (TVs, VCRs, microwaves and so on) contain an embedded microcontroller. It's basically a dedicated computer. Find out how these devices work and experiment with one on your own.
Skin Parasites
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Skin parasites include lice, bedbugs and scabies and affect numerous people every year. See common skin parasites and how to avoid infection.
Why Do Most Zippers Say "YKK" on the Pull-tab?
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Zippers are found on so many products. But have you ever noticed that "YKK" is on the pull-tab of most zippers? Find out where these mysterious initials come from.
Debt Pictures
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Your personal debt may seem like an enormous burden, but these pictures will help put it into perspective. See debt pictures at HowStuffWorks.