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How the Star Wars Program Didn't Work
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Back in 1983 when the Cold War was in full swing, the U.S. was looking for an effective new tactic to deter a nuclear strike. The "Star Wars" missile defensive initiative, however, wasn't it. Why not?
How Newton's Cradles Work
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Five metallic balls on slender threads sit side by side. As one on the end hits the rest, the one on the opposite end rises and falls. Why don't the balls in the middle move? It's complicated.
How FitBit Works
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The FitBit tracker helps you stay healthy by nudging you to eat well, get exercise and get enough sleep. See how FitBit works.
10 Iconic Fashion Pieces Named for People or Places
From the bikini to the Hermès Birkin bag, fashion favorites are often named for the people and places that inspired them. HowStuffWorks looks at 10.
How the Nintendo Power Glove Worked
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The Nintendo Power Glove seemed like the gaming accessory of the future. Find out how the Power Glove worked and why it didn't deliver.
10 Office Etiquette Rules You Wish Your Boss Would Follow
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We've all had a boss who didn't act very boss-like. View 10 etiquette rules that are good for bosses to follow.
10 Circus Acts That Have Withstood the Test of Time
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Some circus acts have disappeared, but many have stuck around. Learn about 10 circus acts that have withstood the test of time at HowStuffWorks.
Can You Guess Which Artist Painted These Historic Paintings?
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The following are 50 of the world's most well-known paintings by the best artists in history. Are you able to name the artist from just an image of the famous painting? Take this quiz and find out!
Can You Name These NBA Icons From an Image?
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Basketball is one of the most popular sports in the world. From Michael Jordan to Lebron James, the list of famous NBA players is a long one. Can you identify these players by looking at a single image? Prove it by taking this quiz!
Can You Name All of These Transformers From an Image?
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Mechanical aliens that can turn into cool cars and other kinds of gadgets? Transformers toys have been around since 1984, and the action-packed movies have been smashing box office records since the very first one was released. Do you know the Autobots and Decepticons enough to name them all?