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How Exploding Head Syndrome Works
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You're deep in dreamland when you hear an explosion so loud you wake up. But there's nothing outside or inside your house making the noise. What just happened?
What Is a Nor'easter?
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"Nor'easter" is one of those words that makes you think of an old mariner scanning the horizon for a pending storm. What does it really mean - and why don't we say "northeaster"?
Is 'new car smell' toxic?
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Is 'new car smell' toxic? Keep reading to learn about 'new car smell' and discover if it is toxic.
Adding Solar Panels to Farms Is Good for Plants, Animals and People
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The unlikely symbiotic relationship of solar panels and agriculture is known as agrivoltaics. Is it coming to a farm near you?
The Most Dangerous Airport in the World, Plus 12 Nail-biters
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Fear of flying? Here are 13 airports where location, terrain, weather and design limitations make takeoff and landing a challenge for pilots and a nail-biter for passengers.
How Good Is Your Medical Vocabulary?
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Hey, you knew all those years of "ER" and "Grey's Anatomy" would pay off someday, right? Show off your mastery of medical-speak now, with our quiz!
How can the U.S. government sue a business?
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How can the U.S. government sue a business? Keep reading to discover how the U.S. government can sue a business.
5 Ways to Use Algae for Fuel
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Could we use algae for fuel? Keep reading to discover 5 Ways to Use Algae for Fuel.
How Comic Books Work
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Comic books represent a game-changing, generation-spanning art form that is more than just superheroes in tights. Learn about how comic books work.
How Virgin Galactic Works
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Virgin Galactic is the first commercial space tourism company, offering flights to space. Read about Virgin Galactic.