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5 Most Popular Spots for BASE Jumping
Never Fear the Sphere: The Ultimate Geodesic Dome Quiz
Videos: How to Get Knocked Out
How are Hollywood blockbusters financed?
What will the Earth look like in 50,000 years?

Posted: 25 May 2012 12:00 PM PDT

If you want an adrenaline rush quite like none you've had before, BASE jumping might be for you. And these are five of the best spots to take a leap.

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Never Fear the Sphere: The Ultimate Geodesic Dome Quiz

Posted: 25 May 2012 12:00 PM PDT

We promise they aren't the manifestation of some depraved high school math teacher. Geodesic domes are certainly geared toward the mathematically minded, but they also have a lot of practical uses. How much do you know about these domes?

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Videos: How to Get Knocked Out

Posted: 25 May 2012 12:00 PM PDT

Most people go to great lengths to avoid getting hit in the face. Not these guys. Follow fighters Jimmy Smith and Doug Anderson as they travel the world in search of a good fight.

How are Hollywood blockbusters financed?

Posted: 25 May 2012 12:00 PM PDT

A good Hollywood blockbuster should be able to defray much of its cost in post-production -- think ticket sales, DVD rentals and merchandising contracts. But an expensive movie also needs some money to start out with. Where does it come from?

What will the Earth look like in 50,000 years?

Posted: 25 May 2012 12:00 PM PDT

When peering thousands of years into the future, there are certain things we can count on -- evolution, extinction, plate tectonics, climate change and, quite possibly, the eruption of a supervolcano. What else does the Earth's far future hold?

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Friday, May 25, 2012

Top 10 Moments in Space Bathroom History

Posted: 24 May 2012 11:00 AM PDT

When you think about space travel, you don't usually take time to wonder how astronauts go to the bathroom. However, the annals of aeronautic history abound with tales of space bathroom mishaps. Here are 10 of our favorites.

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10 Costly Food Recalls

Posted: 24 May 2012 11:00 AM PDT

Food is something we can't live without. But sometimes instead of nourishing our bodies, it can actually kill us. And it's no cheap (or easy) task to get that food off the market.

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Videos: Hulking Out with Adrenaline

Posted: 24 May 2012 11:00 AM PDT

The power surge of adrenaline can make you faster and stronger than you thought possible. See stories of real people who push the limits and endure the most hair-raising thrills imaginable.

Fact or Fiction: HDTV

Posted: 24 May 2012 11:00 AM PDT

Even if you own a high-definition television, you might not be exactly sure how it works or how to optimize your viewing experience. This quiz won't tell you what HDTV is best for you, but it might help you sort out some of the mystery.

How Sororities Work

Posted: 24 May 2012 11:00 AM PDT

Ever wonder why sorority rush is such a big deal? A sorority can be a great way to make lasting friendships and find opportunities for leadership and service. But people also associate sororities with a variety of negative stereotypes. Learn about life in a sorority.