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Computer Tour

Computer Tour (3:24)

Have you ever wondered what is on the inside of your computer? Watch this video from HowStuffWorks as we take you on a tour of your computer.

The Mountains of Mars

The Mountains of Mars (2:27)

Scientists determine the mountains on Mars did not form by plate tectonics.

Italy: Arts and Culture in Florence

Italy: Arts and Culture in Florence (2:27)

Travel back in time to the Renaissance period in Florence, Italy.

Addicted to Oil: Hybrid Cars

Addicted to Oil: Hybrid Cars (2:29)

With gas prices rising precariously, hybrid cars may be the wave of the future. Learn more in this video brought to you by the Discovery Channel.

Green Lawns for the Environment

Green Lawns for the Environment (3:45)

Organic methods are used to care for historic lawns.

HowStuffWorks SCUBA Cat Commercial

HowStuffWorks SCUBA Cat Commercial (0:32)

HowStuffWorks.com goes prime time with our first ever television advertising campaign. Check out this video of Hawkeye the scuba diving cat taking a dip and Keep Asking great questions.

Green Gadgets: Garden Glo

Green Gadgets: Garden Glo (3:20)

The Garden Glo is a multipurpose planter and garden light that runs on solar power. Learn more about the Garden Glo in this HowStuffWorks video.

How Fuel Cells Work

How Fuel Cells Work (3:18)

Fuel cells may soon generate electrical power for all sorts of devices we use every day. Learn more about fuel cells in this video from HowStuffWorks.

Why? Tell Me Why! Alaska Oil

Why? Tell Me Why! Alaska Oil (1:30)

After spending a week in Alaska, Discovery News' Kasey-Dee Gardner wanted to find out why the state is so abundant in that resource.

Plane Crash

Plane Crash (2:40)

What are the odds you will die in a plane crash?

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17th Century Supernova

17th Century Supernova (5:11)

Telescopes are teaming up to look back in time to watch a 17th century supernova explode. Since it was so far away, we're just now seeing the explosion because it took so long for the light waves to get here. Video courtesy of NASA.

Can a planet have two suns?

Can a planet have two suns? (3:30)

Watch this NASA video to learn how a planet can have two suns. In short, yes. They're called binary stars and they are very common - it's just that we can't see the separation from Earth without a telescope.

What Will Happen to the Earth When the Sun Dies?

What Will Happen to the Earth When the Sun Dies? (3:58)

Watch this NASA video to learn what will happen to Earth with our sun dies. Our sun turns hydrogen into helium and it will continue to do so for the next 5 billion years or so. Watch this video to see what happens then.

First Steps for Lunar Impactor

First Steps for Lunar Impactor (4:28)

Watch this NASA video to see how NASA plans to build an outpost on the moon. NASA astronauts first walked on the moon on July 21, 1969. Learn all the obstacles that these astronauts will have to overcome and how they plan to achieve this mission.

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Scenic Outback (3:00)

From the archives of Discovery: The Australian outback is filled with diverse and unique forms of life, such as the kangaroo. Learn more about the outback.

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How Atlanta Works: Atlanta City Guide (3:51)

Atlanta has become a thriving center for business and entertainment. See this city guide to find out what to do and where to go when visiting Atlanta.

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Climbers Descending a Cliff Face (0:38)

From the archives of Discovery: Take a close-up look as these rock climbers descend a cliff face. Learn more about rock climbing in this video.

HowStuffWorks videos

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How Chicago Works: Chicago City Guide (4:21)

Chicago, with its world-class museums, cutting-edge arts scene, and modern architecture, is truly an international city. Learn about visiting Chicago.

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Polar Bear Cub 4 (1:34)

From the archives of Discovery: Polar bear cubs have to stick close to their mother as they learn the ropes of Arctic life. Learn more about polar bears in this video.

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Auto Workshop 4 (1:31)

From the archives of Discovery: Mechanics at the auto workshop keep cars in tip-top condition. Learn more about auto workshops.