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A Workout Before Takeoff: Will Airport Gyms Become a Thing?
Would you get in a workout before your flight if there was a gym located at your terminal? HowStuffWorks looks at why there are so few in airports.
Far More Plants Get Consumed Thanks to Meat Eaters, Not Vegetarians
How much extra plant life is required to support an omnivore's diet? Learn more about meat eaters, vegetarians and diet in this HowStuffWorks article.
Why Is the Ocean Different Colors in Different Places?
Ocean water is not actually blue, but appears in different shades for many reasons.
Sand Is in Such High Demand, People Are Stealing Tons of It
As the world becomes more urbanized, the demand for sand, a key ingredient of concrete, keeps growing. But there's only so much sand to go around.
Shunning the Suez: Tankers Take the Long Route to Save Cash
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Some cargo ships sail around the coast of Africa to avoid paying the Suez Canal tariff. HowStuffWorks Now explains why it may make financial sense.
Will a Coyote Kill My Dog or Cat?
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Coyotes are becoming increasingly ubiquitous in cities and suburbs. HowStuffWorks stalks the truth about these wily creatures.
How Many Continents Are There? Depends Whom You Ask
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It may surprise you to know that experts around the world disagree on how many continents are out there. Here's why.
Are Chewbacca and Bigfoot Related?
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Does everyone's favorite Wookiee call Bigfoot family?
Caracal: A Jumper Extraordinaire With Satellite Dish Ears
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Caracals have really cool ears and can also jump 10 feet in the air from a seated position.
The Immigrant Paradox: Why Acculturation Should Not Mean Assimilation
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Studies have shown that for immigrants, assimilation into the new culture can be bad for your health, family relationships and educational attainment.