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The Baking Skills Quiz
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Do you rely on the old toothpick test to know when your baked goods are done? From creaming and folding to baking and frosting a perfectly moist and tasty cake, find out how good your baking skills really are.
The Byford Dolphin Accident: How 5 Deep-Sea Divers Met Grisly Deaths
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In 1983, the worst-ever diving accident occurred. Five people working on an oil rig experienced explosive decompression, which caused them to die in horrific ways.
What is top fuel and how is it different from gasoline?
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When people refer to "nitro-burning funny cars" and "top-fuel dragsters," what are they talking about? What is "top fuel," and how is it different from gasoline?
1985 Yamaha V-Max
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The 1985 Yamaha V-Max motorcycle was unbeatable in a drag race by any other street bike of its day. See pictures and learn about the Yamaha V-Max.
A Tesla Can Make More Fart Sounds Than a Whoopee Cushion
The latest Tesla update included several silly Easter eggs, including one that makes the car fart on command. HowStuffWorks looks at the crazy update.
What Is a Ghost Flight?
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Airlines are flying planes with no passengers, due to the outbreak of coronavirus, but also for economic reasons having nothing to do with disease.
How Do Whales Sleep? They're Always Half Awake (Literally)
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It’s a question that puzzles many ocean lovers: How do whales sleep without drowning? Unlike us, whales are voluntary breathers, meaning they have to consciously come up for their next breath. That makes their sleeping habits pretty unique among marine mammals.
How Engine Brakes Work
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Engine brakes are controversial because of their noise-levels. Check out HowStuffWorks for a great explanation on how engine brakes work.
How Wood Pellet Stoves Work
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Wood pellet stoves are more cost-effective and environmentally friendly than a heater or a fireplace. Learn more about wood pellet stoves.
Does the rotation of the Earth affect toilets and baseball games?
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The world's intelligentsia has managed to convince us that the Earth is round and makes a full rotation once every 24 hours. Why can't they agree on the effects of that rotation on toilets and ball games?