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10 Things Your Barista Doesn't Want You to Know

Fr, 10.09.2010 - 20:00
If you're a coffee lover, then your neighborhood barista is a very important person in your life. But is he or she telling you everything about the cafe's caffeinated concoctions?


10 Simple Tricks for Quick Fixes

Fr, 10.09.2010 - 20:00
Do you put off jobs around the house, always telling yourself that you'll come back to them later? Have no fear -- these jobs can now be performed easily with the help of our 10 simple tricks for fixing up your home.


Unappetizing Food Image Gallery

Fr, 10.09.2010 - 20:00
From oysters to haggis, some foods are just plain unpleasant to look at. Check out this image gallery of unappetizing foods and be sure to keep a barf bag handy.


What does a society run by women look like?

Fr, 10.09.2010 - 20:00
A society run by women doesn't have to be the mirror image of one run by men. What does a matriarchy look like, and is it possible you're already living in one?


How Gold Works

Fr, 10.09.2010 - 20:00
Gold prices reached a record high on Wednesday as a result of investors' renewed worries about European banks and the global economy. How rare is gold, and does it have much of a future?


Top 5 U.S. States with the Lowest Cost of Living

Do, 09.09.2010 - 20:00
A low cost of living doesn't have to mean a low quality of life! On our list of affordable places, you'll find charming small towns, breathtaking landscapes and glittering nightlife. Prepare to be wowed by what the United States has to offer in your price range.


10 Pitfalls of Starting a Family Business

Do, 09.09.2010 - 20:00
Who's more trustworthy than your sister? If you want reliable, honest employees, you may have considered going into business with your family. But when family dynamics and office politics mix, there's trouble ahead.


Police Women of Memphis: Getting Personal

Do, 09.09.2010 - 20:00
An officer uses a personal story to try to connect with a woman accused of being linked to drugs and violence.


Top 5 Ways Wildfires Start

Do, 09.09.2010 - 20:00
Colorado Gov. Bill Ritter declared a state of emergency Tuesday, after a wildfire near Boulder reached an estimated size of more than 7,100 acres and caused 3,100 people to flee their homes. What are some factors that can set wildfires ablaze?


How the London Eye Works

Do, 09.09.2010 - 20:00
This futuristic Ferris wheel was only supposed to stay put for five years. But with millions of tourists boarding its capsules, the city decided to keep it around. How was it built?


Top 10 Mistakes in Bathroom Design

Mi, 08.09.2010 - 20:00
Bathrooms are typically the smallest rooms in a home, and if you make a mistake in the design, it can shrink the room even further. So what are the top mistakes you can make when your design your bathroom?


18 Home Remedies for Upset Stomach

Mi, 08.09.2010 - 20:00
An upset stomach is a common but often painful experience. Learn how to avoid indigestion with smart food choices and planning -- and how to treat mild stomachaches with home remedies when they do occur.


Destination Mars Videos

Mi, 08.09.2010 - 20:00
An ancient Martian hot spring might be the best place to find fossils of life forms on Mars. On TLC's "Destination Mars," paleontologists are comparing microorganisms in hotsprings on Earth and what could possibly be found on Mars.


What is personhood?

Mi, 08.09.2010 - 20:00
Debates over controversial topics like corporate personhood and abortion rights have inspired many people to try to define what it means to be a person. Is there such a thing as a universal definition of personhood?


How Stem Cells Work

Mi, 08.09.2010 - 20:00
Shinya Yamanaka, a researcher who found a way to give adults cells some characteristics of embryonic stem cells, has received the Balzan Prize for biology. What are stem cells, and why are they so valuable to many scientists?


5 Best Wedding Movies of All Time

Di, 07.09.2010 - 20:00
You're ready to walk the aisle, but sometimes the pressure of planning your big day can be too much. Relax. Take a breath. Pop some corn, pop in a DVD and hit the couch with your sweetie as we count down a handful of flicks to put you both at ease.


Fact or Fiction: the Internet

Di, 07.09.2010 - 20:00
It's hard to believe that only about 10 to 15 years ago (depending on your level of geekiness) the Internet was a strange new world. And now it's impossible to imagine life without it. We can't even remember how we booked hotel rooms way back then -- or kept in touch with people. Can you imagine trying to write a term paper without the Internet? You might practically live your life on the Internet, but how much do you really know about it? Test your knowledge here.


Wrecks to Riches Videos

Di, 07.09.2010 - 20:00
Learn more about the 1957 Chevrolet on TLC's "Wrecks to Riches."


The Top 10 Worst Effects of Global Warming

Di, 07.09.2010 - 20:00
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced last week that it will soon roll out new regulations on greenhouse gases to help fight climate change. What are some of worst consequences that climate change can bring about?


How Electric Car Charging Networks Work

Di, 07.09.2010 - 20:00
Electric car charging networks are operational in several parts of the world. However, they're mainly for demonstration only at this point. When might a charging network be available in your neighborhood?