Today's Mind-blower
10 Real-life Crimes That Became Fictional TV Episodes
Some real-life crime stories are sensational enough to get their own fictional treatment on television. The stories you are about to read are true -- and the names are, too.
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science
What if you fell into a black hole?Call up your travel agent because we're booking a one-way flight to an exotic, five-star black hole. What are you in store for on this unique journey?
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entertainment
10 Impressive Art HeistsNot all heists are silver-screen worthy, but some stand out for their ingenuity -- or bravado. So how do thieves walk away with near-priceless works?
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electronics
Zap Thy Neighbor - A Sci-Fi Gadgets QuizAre you a science fiction fan? Do you know where your towel is? Can you make the Kessel Run in less than 12 parsecs? Strap on your jetpack and grab your raygun, because it's time to see how much you really know about science fiction gadgets.
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entertainment
Six Strings and Git-fiddles: Guitars and Their PlayersGibson and Fender became household names thanks to legendary musicians like Hendrix. Strum through this collection of photos to see some of these famous guitarists and their instruments of choice.
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velocity
Amazing Automobiles: Rebuilt by NAPAWatch as Ryan and the NAPA Auto Parts team rejuvenate an old '67 Camaro. With custom detailing and new parts under the hood, this classic car gets a chance to relive her glory days.
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history
Could Jack the Ripper have been an artist?So much for artists being sensitive -- one Impressionist painter has been fingered as Jack the Ripper. But do the brutalized nudes on his canvases hint at actual murders?
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adventure
Top 10 Most Beautiful Drives in the United StatesThe road trip is an American tradition, and some drives are simply more beautiful than others. If you're looking to tour the country by car, which scenic routes should you take?
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auto
From Automotive Dream to Reality: The Concept Car QuizThe popular image of concept cars is that they're not just leading edge, but bleeding edge: a little too "out there" to be viable, roadable vehicles anytime soon. But the concepts in this quiz show that you can package innovative pizzazz with production-ready practicality.
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history
The Changing Tides of Fashion Image GalleryFashion has changed dramatically through the years, ever-changing to meet the needs of civilization -- both physically and aesthetically.
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science
The Most Embarrassing Moments in the History of ScienceWhat? Scientists get things wrong? We know it’s shocking to hear, but science isn’t always an exact science. Mistakes do happen -- and they often lead to great scientific discoveries. So, grab your safety glasses and see if you can identify the most embarrassing scientific moments ever.
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auto
10 Surprisingly Fuel-efficient Sports CarsThere’s a saying about sports cars: They can pass anything on the road -- except a gas station. Here are 10 cars that break the stereotypical sports car, gas-guzzler image.
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blogs
A New iPhone, New iPods But No New iPadThe Apple announcement has come and gone – and it went the way a lot of people expected. Jonathan Strickland covers the iPhone 5 news in the TechStuff blog.
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science
How much does planet Earth weigh?Yep, the Earth is incredibly heavy, but exactly how much are we talking? And how do you figure that out anyway? It’s not like our home planet is hopping on a scale every morning as it meanders through the solar system.
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science
Locked and Loaded: Gun PicturesGuns come in all shapes and sizes. Put on your safety gear and take a look at this gallery of revolvers, Glocks, shotguns and even flamethrowers.
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electronics
Top 10 Ways to Make Money on the InternetMost of us leave the house every day to go to work and make money. But some people have found a way to run their own Internet business from home. You can do it, too.
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electronics
10 Futurist Predictions in the World of TechnologyFuturists can dish out some exciting -- and downright scary -- visions for the future of machines and science. Here are 10 of them in the world of technology.
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money
10 Items You Should Always Buy GenericThe average family of four spends anywhere from $536 to $1,212 a month at the supermarket. In this economy, we're looking for every possible way we can cut back. What are some items that you should always buy generic in order to save money?
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science
Top 10 Leonardo da Vinci InventionsDa Vinci's designs were spectacularly ahead of his time. If they had actually been built, they might have revolutionized the history of technology. What were some of his most imaginative sketches?
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science
How many calories do I burn when I laugh?Laughter is good medicine, but you probably won't be asking for a stand-up comedian after you break your arm. As far as your health goes, can a belly laugh help take the inches off your midsection?
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people
How Shrunken Heads WorkVisitors to remote jungles face several potential dangers. Disease, ferocious animals, deadly plant life, the risk of having your head shrunken … wait, what?
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home
Top 10 Most Expensive Houses in the WorldFor most of us, hardwood floors and stainless steel appliances seem like nice upgrades. But the world's most expensive houses have heated driveways, private gyms and movie theaters. Jealous yet?
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adventure
Extreme Sports PicturesSome people take to reading or needlepoint, but others need a little more adrenaline on the weekends. Climbing without ropes, jumping from helicopters onto snowy slopes -- what is it that drives people to such extremes?
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money
What are the best- and worst-paying jobs?It's pretty clear that a doctor makes more money than a fast-food worker. But does a surgeon bring home more bucks than an anesthesiologist? Test your knowledge with the ultimate best- and worst-paying jobs quiz.
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entertainment
The Monsters of 'Mystery Science Theater 3000'"Mystery Science Theater 3000" introduced viewers to some of the cheesiest movie monsters ever committed to film. The creatures ranged from ill-conceived radioactive mutants and poorly executed aliens to … um, Torgo. How friendly are you with the monsters of MST3K?
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computer
How does a logic bomb work?A logic bomb can cripple a company's computer system and either reveal or destroy sensitive information. It's often a tool used by angry employees -- in the IT world, it has a reputation of being associated with "disgruntled employee syndrome."
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