Sunday, February 5, 2012

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Top 10 Inventions by African-Americans

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During February, the United States celebrates African American History Month. Here, take a look at 10 notable inventions credited to African-American innovators that you might not know about.


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5 Tips for Picking the Right Smartphone

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An unverified image of the new BlackBerry smartphone has leaked to the Web, and there's no keyboard in sight. With so many phones on the market, here are some tips to figure out what you want and what you can do without.


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Boomtown: Drill in the US or Afghanistan

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Drilling for oil in the U.S. is the only thing keeping this family together. If the drilling stops, the family will be forced to contract in Afghanistan to make enough money to survive. That means brushing up on target practice.


How the U.S. President Works

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On this day in 1789, George Washington was elected as the first U.S. President. When the framers of the Constitution considered an executive branch, they were still stinging from the despotic rule of King George III. Ultimately, the framers saw the need for a single person to lead. Enter the president of the United States.


The Ultimate World's Tallest Building Quiz

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The Burj Dubai, now known as the Burj Khalifa, is the tallest building in the world. Completed in 2010, this building is one of Dubai's top tourist attractions. Take this quiz to find out more about the world's tallest building.


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