Why Was The Airbus A380 Discontinued? (And Why It's Coming Back From Retirement)
The luxury Airbus A380 saw a pretty short flight in international airports, but could be making a comeback in a huge way. Here's the story of the jetliner.
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What Does 'RR' Stand For On The Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide RR?
Harley-Davidson's limited-edition CVO Road Glide RR boasts startling specs that may leave you wondering how it's street legal. But what does "RR" stand for?
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The Reason Why Trains Honk So Much
Train horns serve as safety signals, using specific patterns to communicate with staff and pedestrians. Know why trains honk so much.
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How Much Electricity Does The US Get From Canada (And What Could Tariffs Mean)?
The volley of tariffs between the US and Canada has left energy sectors reeling, and consumers fearing they may be left to pay the price.
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Can You Be Arrested Just For Joining An Outlaw Motorcycle Gang?
If you belong to an outlaw motorcycle gang like the Hells Angels, does that make you an outlaw? Can you be arrested simply for being a member?
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What Happened To Singtrix (Home Karaoke System) From Shark Tank Season 6?
Singtrix made waves on 'Shark Tank' thanks to its origins in the development of 'Guitar Hero,' but it wasn't all smooth sailing for the karaoke innovators.
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Why Do TVs Make Cracking Noises At Night?
When you're drifting off to sleep, you might hear some popping and cracking noises from your TV. Why does it do this and should you be worried?
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Is It Safe To Put Your Camera And Film Through TSA X-Ray Machines?
Are you worried about taking your camera and its film through the TSA security X-ray on your travels? Here's what we know about the possible risks.
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Kawasaki Wants You To Pay For Its New Voice Commands Feature
Kawasaki has launched a new voice command feature for its motorcycles, but there's a catch: you'll have to pay for it. Here's what you need to know.
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China's Newly Commissioned Next-Gen Naval Warship Is The First Of Its Kind
When China's navy commissioned a new-generation frigate with stealth capabilities in January, it showed off increased capability in its naval race with the U.S.
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Smoke Detector Blinking Red? Here's What It Means
Have you ever noticed a blinking red light on one of your smoke detectors and wondered what it meant? Here are the different things it could mean.
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Duct Tape On An Airplane Wing? It's Actually Called Speed Tape
If you think your airplane is being held together with duct tape, don't worry. You're actually looking at a commonly used and incredibly durable repair tape.
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F-117 Nighthawk Top Speed: How Fast Is The Stealth Fighter?
The U.S. military's F-117 Nighthawk was an incredible stealth fighter for its time, which as a result, means it was not the fastest fighter in the U.S. arsenal.
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What Does It Mean To Flare An Aircraft? (And How Is It Relevant To The Delta Crash?)
Plane landings are arguably one of the hardest parts of flight to master, and the flare is an important component to producing smooth landings.
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8 Things That Could Happen Without Net Neutrality
The ending of net neutrality brings with it a whole host of complications for internet access, many of which could directly impact the average consumer.
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What Is Jet Squawking? (And How Does It Work?)
To most laymen, the term squawking conjures mental images of jets twittering through the air like a songbird.
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What Is A Gravel Kit And Why Do Some Jets Have Them?
Some planes come equipped with gravel kits, but why are they needed and what do they do? Here’s what to know about this interesting aviation feature.
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5 Affordable 3D Printers For Kids And Teens
For those looking to encourage their kids' creativity, 3D printing can be a fun activity for them to engage with, and now these machines have become affordable.
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Why Pepsi Once Had More Submarines Than Most Countries
An unusual agreement made during the Cold War led to Pepsi receiving many submarines as a penance for selling its popular, titular soda in the USSR.
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What Happened To RigStrips From Shark Tank Season 16?
RigStrips arrived on 'Shark Tank' with a foundation of success already, but the episode still proved fruitful for the burgeoning accessory company.
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Dodge La Femme: Every Accessory Included With The 1955 Car Made For Women
Dodge's blatant pandering to women buyers with the La Femme did not pan out, and its ludicrous amount of accessories only lead to unsuccessful excess.
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The Best Motorcycles In Jason Momoa's Collection
Both on the silver screen and recreationally, Jason Momoa has an expansive collection of special Harley-Davidson motorcycles that he loves to ride.
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What Does It Mean If A Car Is Totaled & What Happens If It's Still Drivable?
Any car labeled as 'totaled' usually means they're down for the count for legal road driving, but that doesn't necessarily mean they can't be fixed or driven.
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Energica Ego Electric Motorcycle: Top Speed, Max Range, & More
Energica's Ego fully-electric motorcycle remains at the top end of motorcycle performance without an ICE engine, and has some impressive range as well.
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Can HEMI Engines Be Tuned & What Are Some Of The Tuner Options Out There?
The first stop for any performance modification on a car is typically getting a tune, and HEMI engines are popular enough that owners have several options.
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