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The undead are frightening, brain-hungry monsters, lumbering toward their victims with great purpose. But wait. Can they even digest the brains?
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entertainment 10 Science Toys Kids Will LoveKids who love science and math will want to get their hands on these super-fun games that make the learning part of play time.
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science 10 Reasons Why Tesla Is a Scientific GodHe had patents and pigeons galore. His role in history books could be more. So come ye science fans, and read up on your Tesla facts, myths and lore.
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entertainment 10 Horrific Deaths That Happened While Filming a MovieMoviemaking is not a profession without its own dangers, but for all the fake gore and dismemberment in the movies, there are tragic tales of filming gone wrong.
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animals How Butterflies WorkIf you've seen a butterfly in your lifetime, you probably noticed their colorful wings, or saw one basking in the sunlight. But I bet you didn't realize that it would soon die. Why are their life spans so short, and are they nearly extinct?
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people What's the 27 Club?Kurt Cobain, Janis Joplin and Amy Winehouse are just a small sample of the dozens of famous musicians who passed on to "the great gig in the sky" at the age of 27. Is 27 a "cursed age," or is it part of a larger trend for many who play music?
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recipes What is flash freezing?What's that bagged mass in your freezer — and did you really want to eat 12 chicken breasts right now? Here's how to freeze food in serving-size portions.
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health Is sitting too close to the TV really bad for your eyes?Are you getting too up close and personal with your TV? Your eyes might think so.
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people Why is it bad luck to break a mirror?You're not supposed to cry over spilled milk. But a broken mirror? That's another matter. Will breaking a mirror really heap misfortune upon your head?
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science What if you only ate one type of food for the rest of your life?Let's say you like chicken nuggets. You really like chicken nuggets. You like chicken nuggets so much that it's the only food you'll eat. What does that do to your health? Nothing good, it turns out.
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health Is honey healthier than sugar?Many people tout the benefits of natural sweeteners like honey instead of refined sugar. But is it any better for you?
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science Why is seawater salty?If you've ever been pulled underwater at the beach and came up sputtering with a mouthful of salt water, you might wonder where the ocean picked up that briny flavor. Read on to learn just where all that salt comes from.
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science How Roller Coasters WorkThey don't have engines, brakes or accelerators. No, these amazing machines rely on physical, centripetal and gravitational forces to urge thrills, screams and that sinking stomach feeling we all love (and hate). Read more about the science of fun.
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science What if a man takes birth control pills?Skipping a birth control pill (or doubling up by accident) can seriously wreak havoc on a woman’s body. Male hormones are a whole other ball game — so what happens if a man takes birth control?
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animals 10 Most Dangerous Places for Shark AttacksYou've heard the stat. You're more likely to be struck by lightning than be attacked by a shark. Still, wouldn't it be nice to know that your next aquatic destination doesn't fall on this list?
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people How to Tell Someone They Have Body OdorIt's an awkward task that most often falls to bosses, teachers and very close friends. So what's the best way to tell someone about an unpleasant body odor?
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science What if Earth's magnetic field flipped?Earth's magnetic field has flipped many times before, and scientists say it will flip again (though probably not in our lifetime). While it wouldn't be catastrophic, a major change in the magnetic field would present a special set of problems.
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science What if you ate uranium?You would probably be pretty freaked out if you ate uranium, right? Well, if you've ever eaten a potato or turnip, you may already have. How does your body deal with this radioactive substance?
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animals How Snakes WorkA snake can swallow an animal that’s twice as big as its own head -- and swallow it whole. Snakes are amazing creatures with some astonishing capabilities. Did you know that a few of them can even fly? Learn how snakes get around, how they kill and eat their prey, and how they court and reproduce.
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science What if sea levels rose 12 inches?Figuring out how to deal with rising sea levels isn't some kind of purely academic exercise. It's happening. So how do we deal with it, especially if the sea rises a foot in our lifetime?
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adventure 10 Strange Buildings Where You Can Spend the NightFrom murder sites to a building shaped like one of your body's major organs, these rooms for rent deliver way more than free WiFi. You'll never believe all the weird and wonderful places you can bed down.
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