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Dinosaur Extinction
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Dinosaurs went extinct at the end of the Cretaceous Era. Learn the theories that try to explain what happened to the dinosaurs and why they went extinct.
Do nail salon workers have a higher incidence of cancer?
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How safe are nail salon workers? Learn if nail salon workers have a higher rate of cancer and why they are more at risk.
When you have an itch, what is happening under your skin?
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When you have an itch, what is happening under your skin? And, why does scratching make it go away?
How Sleep Deprivation Works
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Pulled an all-nighter last night? You're a danger to yourself and others. Find out why sleep deprivation is such a hazard.
How do my sleep habits change as I age?
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Sleep as you age may not be as deep or as long. Learn what happens to sleep as you age and why sleep is impacted by age.
Mayday Meaning: Exploring the International Distress Call
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The words aren't arbitrary, so why do pilots and sailors call out 'Mayday!' rather than something else?
The Hunter's Moon Will Glow in Peak, Orange Glory This Weekend
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In 2022, the full moon, called the hunter's moon, will occur Oct. 9. Why is it called that and when can you see it?
10 Jaw-dropping Hollywood Scandals
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Along with motion pictures, Hollywood has a knack for creating other things: controversy and scandal. So which scandals are the juiciest -- and why?
Can we treat mental illness with hallucinogens?
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Hallucinogens have a reputation for expanding the mind. Is it deserved? Learn why hallucinogens like LSD may be the key to treating mental illness.
There's No Such Thing as a 'Learning Style'
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The myth of distinct styles of learning persists. Why? Learn more about learning preferences in this HowStuffWorks Now article.