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15 'Easiest' College Majors to Avoid Constant All-nighters

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Some college majors demand late nights, complex equations and lab reports that never end. Others? Not so much.

How Barrier Islands Work

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Barrier islands are vacation spots and amazing ecosystems. Learn about barrier island habitats, fighting erosion of barrier islands and development's effects on barrier islands.

What Is a Flood and Why Is the Surge of Water So Dangerous?

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Flooding has claimed more lives than any other natural disaster. Find out how a gentle stream becomes a raging torrent.

How Billiard Tables Work

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"Billiards, also known as pool, is a game played all over the world. Learn how pool tables are made and about the variety of games played on them."

How Maglev Trains Work

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Magnetic levitation trains are becoming a popular transportation topic all around the globe. Learn about electromagnetic suspension, the most popular type of maglev train.

How Landslides Work

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Landslides can be devastating, causing more damage than their triggers. Learn more about landslides and landslide causes.

Top 10 Hotels That Will Scare the Daylights Out of You

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Haunted hotels are found in literature and movies -- we're enthralled with the idea of them. Learn more about haunted hotels and their creepy stories.

How Houseboats Work

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Houseboats aren't the most common place to live, but they're an interesting alternative. Learn about houseboat living, how houseboats float and more.

How LARP Works

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If you've ever come across costumed people with mock weapons covered in duct tape, then you've probably seen some LARPers. Learn what they were doing.

How IEDs Work

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IEDs (improvised explosive devices) are simple to make, easily hidden and very destructive. Read why IEDs are the weapon of choice for some fighters.

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