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Man-made Islands Are More Common Than You Think

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Man has been building islands all over the world for centuries using extraordinary feats of engineering. But at what cost to the environment?

10 Weirdest Sources for Antibiotics

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Many lifesaving antibiotics are discovered in some pretty nasty places. Here are the 10 weirdest sources for antibiotics at HowStuffWorks.

How Whaling Works

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Whaling has been practiced for several centuries. Learn about whaling, and find out what is being done to stop whaling.

What is the difference between drywall and plaster?

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Two of the most common forms of interior wall materials are plaster and drywall. Find out the difference between drywall and plaster in this article.

Beer Ads and Wild West Shows Hyped the Myth of Custer's Heroic 'Last Stand'

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Beer ads and wild west shows transformed 'Custer's Last Stand' into a mythical story of 'good' versus 'evil.'

The Chance a Stranger Helps You in a Medical Emergency Is Depressingly Low

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Help from a stranger in an emergency is rare, and rarer for black people or those in poor neighborhoods. Learn more in this HowStuffWorks Now article.

The Most Dangerous Bear and 9 Others to Give a Wide Berth

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Bears are incredible creatures, but they can also be some of the most dangerous animals on the planet. While even the most dangerous bear will typically avoid humans, under the right (or wrong!) circumstances, it can become aggressive, especially if it feels threatened or if you're in its territory.

10 Greenhouses Around the World

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Greenhouses around the world great the ideal growing solution anywhere. Check out these top 10 greenhouses around the world.

10 Great Ideas for Frugal Family Fun

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10 great ideas for frugal family fun are listed in this article by HowStuffWorks.com. Learn about 10 great ideas your frugal family can do for fun.

How Adobe Construction Works

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Adobe construction is one of the oldest building techniques known to man, but why is it now one of the hottest modern housing trends?

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