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How Napalm Works
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Napalm is a fiery tactical weapon that can stick to targets like no other incendiary weapon. Learn how napalm is used in war and who has used it.
10 Plants Lost to History
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Are trees and shrubs as cute as pandas? As awe-inspiring as whales? Maybe not, but many are in danger of going the way of the dodo - just like countless leafy greens before them. Learn about some amazing plants we lost to history.
Why are antidepressants the most prescribed drug in the U.S.?
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Antidepressant medications are now the most prescribed drugs. Find out why doctors are prescribing more antidepressant medications.
Are meerkats immune to poison?
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Meerkats immune to poison aren't rare in the Kalahari Desert -- they've evolved to resist snake and scorpion venom. Read about the meerkats immunity.
What's the best way to keep pests out of my home?
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Home pest control isn't always chemical agents that exterminators spray -- there are green alternatives. Read about home pest control for your home.
What If Everyone on Earth Had Easy Access to Clean Water?
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Would a world with ample water for all mean less disease? Fewer wars? Globally improved health and finances? Sip along with us as we wonder what if.
How to Relieve Stress in Your Daily Life
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Stress relievers range from brisk exercise to calming meditation. Learn the signs of stress in daily life and see what you can do to relieve stress.
Why did Lady Godiva take a naked horse ride?
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Lady Godiva is famous for a naked horse ride through town. But is there more to the legend of Lady Godiva? And why is she the symbol of Godiva chocolates?
What's the age when body odor starts?
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What's the age when body odor starts? Visit Discovery Health to learn the age when body odor starts.
Where does earwax come from?
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Earwax might seem like just another gross bodily substance, but it serves a very important function. Learn where earwax comes from at HowStuffWorks.