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What Happened to the KGB When the Soviet Union Folded?
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The KGB, the Soviet Union's vast secret police and espionage apparatus, technically was dismantled decades ago. But it still exists under a new name.
1971-1973 Buick Riviera
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The 1971-1973 Buick Riviera was a radical upgrade to the Rivieras of another era. Find a profile and pictures of the 1971-1973 Buick Riviera.
How Direct Injection Engines Work
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Direct injection engines offer high efficiency and performance. Learn how direct injection engines work at HowStuffWorks.
The Auto Shop Quiz
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How much do you know about the specialized tools mechanics use to get you - and keep you - on the road? This quiz will test your knowledge on everything from creepers to engine hoists!
How Does Amazon Deliver Stuff So Fast?
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Amazon began disrupting logistics when it first formed in 1994 - and it's not stopping now. How does it and other e-commerce retailers get stuff to you so fast?
How MOAB Works
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When the U.S. Air Force tested the MOAB last year, it tested one of the largest conventional bombs ever built. MOAB stands for Massive Ordnance Air Burst, and it's not for the faint-hearted. Find out how it fits into the U.S. arsenal.
10 of the Worst People in History: A Leadership Hall of Infamy
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This list focuses on historical figures whose leadership decisions led to mass murder, genocide, and horrific losses across generations.
How Grenades Work
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Grenades are a devastatingly effective weapon on the battlefield. Find out what happens when a soldier pulls the pin and tosses one of these miniature bombs at the enemy.
How Shotguns Work
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To do its job, a projectile must both make contact with the target and hit the target in a critical spot. If a rifle is like using a felt-tip pen, a shotgun is like using a can of spray paint.
1904 Indian
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The 1904 Indian was one of the few motorcycles of its time to use a direct-drive chain. Get information and see pictures of the 1904 Indian.