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Fallout: What Would Happen if the Hoover Dam Broke?

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The Hoover Dam holds back 10 trillion gallons of water. That's enough to cover the entire state of Connecticut. How much damage would be done if the dam broke?

10 Longest Rivers in the U.S.: From the Missouri to the Brazos

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We bet you're looking up the longest river in the U.S. to settle a bet: Is it the Missouri River or the Mississippi River? It depends how you measure.

How Dirty Is Your Shower Head?

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Researchers have discovered abundant colonies of mycobacterium in residential shower heads. HowStuffWorks takes a looks and offers a quick fix.

How Police Chases Work

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Learn how police officers train for pursuit driving, what equipment they use and what techniques give them an edge over fleeing criminals.

How to Run Your House Solely on Solar Power

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Planning to run your house completely on solar power? It will cost you up front, but it could also pay you back big in the long run.

What Is Compost? How to Start Composting at Home

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Americans generate more than 200 million tons of trash each year. Want to put some of it to work? Try composting. It creates a natural fertilizer and can save valuable space in that landfill.

Audubon's 'Lights Out' Program Kills the Lights to Save the Birds

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Migrating birds are dying by the billions as they lose their way and smash into lit buildings at night. Big cities like Philadelphia are turning out the lights to try and help save them.

10 Women Who Broke New Ground in Engineering

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One of the most travelled stretches of U.S. highway was designed by a woman who loved mathematics and wasn't interested in being a teacher. Who was she, and where is it?

U.S. Pet Travel Laws Guide

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U.S. pet travel laws vary greatly depending on the mode of travel. Learn more about U.S. pet travel laws at Animal Planet.

Which is greener, bagging your grass or leaving your clippings there?

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Bagging your grass is not a bright idea. All you're doing it filling landfills. Learn why bagging your grass is harmful for the environment.

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