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Can Earthquakes Be Predicted?
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Are earthquakes predictable, or will we always be surprised when they occur? Learn about predicting earthquakes in this article.
Quarks Are the Building Blocks of All Matter
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Protons and neutrons, the particles that form the nuclei of atoms, are themselves made up of even smaller particles known as quarks.
The Harpy Eagle: Terrifying Apex Predator or Creepy Halloween Costume?
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The largest eagle in the world has a claw the size of a grizzly bear's, a leg the size of a human's and a very disapproving gaze.
Can You Be Allergic to a Hypoallergenic Dog?
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Any dog lover with allergies knows that the two just don't mix. So where do hypoallergenic breeds come into play? HowStuffWorks explains.
The Peace Sign: From No Nukes Logo to Anti-war Symbol
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The peace sign has been a ubiquitous part of culture for more than 60 years. HowStuffWorks takes a look at this enduring symbol of cooperation.
The Delightfully Eccentric World of Shel Silverstein
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HowStuffWorks gets to know prolific children's writer Shel Silverstein, poet, musician, illustrator and man of many talents and interests.
Can a Vision Board Really Affect Your Future?
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People often make vision boards at the start of the year. Some swear by vision boards for making their dreams come true. But is there any science to back that up?
What's a Birth Caul, and Why Are People Superstitious About it?
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When a baby is born with a piece of the amniotic sac still attached to its head or face, it's seen as a sign of good luck in many cultures.
Do rubber tires insulate your car from lightning?
To paraphrase the band Queen, thunder and lightning are very, very frightening. Especially when you're stuck in a car in the middle of nowhere. But can your rubber tires protect you from a lightning strike?
Hammerhead Worms Are Toxic, Invasive and Even Cannibalistic
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Hammerhead worms are toxic but not particularly dangerous - unless, of course, you eat too many of them.