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Why Are Airplane Windows Round?
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The first commercial jetliners had square windows. So why did engineers change the design to the rounded windows we know today?
Mother Nature Says Stop Releasing Balloons
Helium balloons are dangerous to the environment and wildlife - so why isn't releasing them illegal?
Fart-tastic Facts Quiz
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Do you have what it takes to earn ultimate stink-out points? Take this fart facts quiz and find out!
World's Largest Wolves by Weight: The Mighty and the At-Risk
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The world's largest wolves weigh up to 175 pounds (79.4 kilograms) and measure up to 6 feet (1.8 meters) in length.
What is a keyhole satellite and what can it really spy on?
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On a television drama last week, the plot involved photos taken of a Russian missile silo, and the characters mentioned a "keyhole satellite." What is a keyhole satellite and what can it really spy on?
Don't Come Up Short: The Ultimate Abbreviations Quiz
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How well do you know these commonly flubbed abbreviations? Take this HowSuffWorks quiz to find out.
What Country Should You Actually Live In?
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There are nearly 200 countries to choose from, but only one that suits you culturally, economically, and perhaps even romantically. Let's find it!
10 Iconic Mountain Ranges in Europe
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Europe is a continent of dramatic elevations and scenic diversity, and the mountain ranges in Europe are a testament to that.
Osprey vs. Eagle: Distinguishing Between Birds of Prey
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At first glance, ospreys and eagles might seem like interchangeable kings of the sky. But when making osprey vs. eagle comparisons, you'll find these two impressive birds have more differences than similarities.
How Coffee Works
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This stimulant drink comes from beans that are roasted and ground and, for many of us, it's a staple of life. But do you know where coffee grows and how it gets to America? How a French roast differs from an Italian roast? What a coffee cherry is? Or how decaffeinated coffee is made?