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How Ballpoint Pens Work

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Before the handy ballpoint, getting a few sentences onto paper was a pretty involved task. Find out how the ballpoint pen stores and manages its own ink supply to make writing a snap.

You'll Never Guess Why Thomas Jefferson Raised Geese

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The Founding Father was a prolific writer during his day. He wrote so much, in fact, he required a steady supply of quills.

Do You Have the Brain of a Detective?

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Being a detective means seeing the world differently. It means not just hearing, but listening. It means not just looking, but seeing. Add to that a deeper understanding of human nature and procedure and you'll have the skills needed to be a detective. Is your mind ready for the job?

The Most Expensive Metal in the World Isn't Gold or Platinum

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Precious metals are not just shiny and attractive; these elements are also incredibly valuable, often used in a wide range of industries from jewelry to high-tech applications.

What Will Replace the Smartphone?

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Smartphones will become obsolete in as little as three years, to be replaced by a new generation of wearable devices.

Shakespeare Wrote in Iambic Pentameter. But What Is That?

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William Shakespeare and Geoffrey Chaucer used iambic pentameter in their works of literature. But what is iambic pentameter and how can you spot it?

The Best, the Worst and the Weirdest College Mascots (and Why We Love Them)

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College sports just wouldn't be the same without mascots. HowStuffWorks looks at the history of mascots and what makes them so awesome.

How Much Do You Remember From "The Man From U.N.C.L.E."?

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Super secret spy gadgets, fast cars, exciting fights and all the '60s-style haircuts you could handle! "The Man From U.N.C.L.E." had everything! Take the quiz and we'll see just how much you remember from this classic show.

5 Futurist Predictions in the World of Science

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What futurist predictions have been made about the world of science? Learn about five futurist predictions about the world of science.

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