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How the Antikythera Mechanism Worked
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Could an ancient, shoebox-size geared device change the way we think about technology's history?
How the Enlightenment Worked
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The Enlightenment was a period of major intellectual change. Read about the Age of Enlightenment and the Enlightenment thinkers' impact on history.
Wonder Woman's Dirty Secrets
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Wonder Woman's creator had a lot of dirty secrets. Learn all about Wonder Women's roots and how she changed through the years.
How Spanglish Works
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A hybrid of English and Spanish known as Spanglish can be heard in many predominantly Hispanic areas as well as on TV and in movies. Learn where it came from and how it works.
How a Memorandum of Understanding Works
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A memorandum of understanding can be perfect in situations where a contract is too formal, but a handshake isn't enough. Read about MOUs at HowStuffworks.
What Is the Point of Daylight Saving Time?
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We humans aren't complete slaves to time. We've devised ways to pack an extra hour of sunshine into our day, thanks to daylight saving time. But who came up with this idea and why do so many people loathe it?
Does Sharia Always Mean Oppressive Laws?
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Sharia, which is Islamic law, can strike some people in the West as draconian and harsh. Is this an accurate portrayal?
28 Industrial Revolution Inventions That Shaped Our World
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Many inventions during the Industrial Revolution caused Europeans and Americans to move from an agricultural economy to an industrial one and changed the world forever. What were the top 10?
10 Amazing Ancient Egyptian Inventions
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There may be no greater tribute to a society's ingenuity and vision than the Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt. What other cool stuff did the ancient Egyptians invent?
10 Expressions That Came From the Ancient World
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Some sayings and phrases come and go, but some have been around since the ancient world. Learn more about ancient expressions at HowStuffWorks.