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Robot Hops to Military Duty

Precision Urban Hopper robots, designed for urban warfare, can jump onto or over obstacles more than 25 feet.
10 Historically Significant Political Protests

Political protests have a rich past, with varied degrees of success. Here are some of the most memorable.
Still Valuable: WWII Ration Coupons

The coupons, smaller than postage stamps, were for staples like sugar, gas, coffee and milk.

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The Evolution of Human Aggression

Is there evolutionary reasoning that explains our aggressive tendencies?
The Reality of Mysterious Medical Maladies

Gulf War Syndrome is real, but what about chronic fatigue, multiple personalities and breast implant disorders?
What is the Origin of Veterans Day?

Veterans day can be traced back to the end of World War I.
How Much is $700 Billion?

Comparisons bring the financial bailout plan down to earth.
Political Views Driven by Biology

Political beliefs could be linked to a person's physiology.
How 'Kilroy Was Here' Changed the World

The Kilroy character became a legend among the millions of military men and women who served during World War II.
How Manchuria Changed the World

The athletes of the world might currently be competing for titles in Beijing, but it was in northeast China where the battle for world supremacy was played out one century ago.
Head Trauma: Scientists Brainstorm Causes, Cures

New ways to diagnose and treat traumatic brain injury, which is easily overlooked.
Right and Wrong: How War Changes Children

Childhood is a carefree time, that is, unless your country is torn apart by war.
From Kennedy to Clinton: Why Everyone Is Thumbs-Up

In ancient Rome, gladiators lived or died by the thumbs-up gesture.
Parachuting Dog Helped Win WWII

Scientists studied the effects of altitude to help Allied pilots survive.
How Gunpowder Changed the World

The quest for immortality ironically led to gunpowder's invention.
Regional Nuclear War Would Affect Entire Globe

Nuclear war on one side of globe would create planet-wide ozone hole, allow dangerous UV rays in.
What Battle Inspired the Star Spangled Banner?

The rockets were glaring red and the bombs were bursting in air as the British relentlessly attacked.
How Long Have People Been Fighting Over Iraq?
Napoleon's Soldiers Reburied in Belarus

Remains of more than 200 Napoleonic soldiers reburied.
Climate Change Can Spark War

Study of past wars shows connection to climate changes.
Civil War Soldiers Spread Lies to Keep Spirits Up

Rumors kept Confederate soldier morale high, research suggests.
Torture Has a Long History ... of Not Working

Torture as a form of interrogation has yielded little.
Veteran Puts Hitler's Globe Up for Sale

U.S. vet who took Hitler's globe from Eagle's Nest putting it up for auction.
What Was the Deadliest Day in American History?

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