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What if I wanted to build a Great Pyramid today?

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To build a Great Pyramid today you would run into cost and labor issues that didn't exist in ancient Egypt. Learn about building a pyramid today.

The Worst Flood in History (and 9 Other Catastrophic Floods)

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Floods have shaped landscapes, destroyed cities and taken lives for centuries. This list that starts with the worst flood in history looks at some of the most catastrophic floods in recorded history, from natural disasters fueled by heavy rain to human-engineered failures that ended in tragedy.

How Dangerous Is the Beaver?

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Beaver attacks get a lot of media attention but should we really be afraid of beavers? HowStuffWorks learns all about these rodents.

10 Worst Ways History Has Repeated Itself

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As they say, if we don't learn from history, we're doomed to repeat it. And as these 10 historical events prove, humans seem to be more prone to repeating than learning.

How Much Do You Know About the Seven Wonders of the World?

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The Seven Wonders of the World are legendary for capturing our hearts and imaginations. People travel all the way across the world to see one of the wonders, as though it were a pilgrimage. This quiz will take you there, without the expensive airfare.

Eco Engineers: 5 Animals That Can Reshape Earth's Waterways

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Animals leave their marks on the ecosystem in ways you probably never imagined. Learn about five that can affect the waterways at HowStuffWorks.

Beaver vs. Groundhog: Brown Rodents With Very Different Homes

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Beavers and groundhogs might look similar to the untrained eye, but a close beaver vs. groundhog comparison reveals a tale of two very different creatures.

How to Clean Up Home Energy Consumption

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Periodic cleaning and regular maintenance is the best way to improve efficiency in your home energy consumption. Learn about home energy efficiency.

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