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Should you take antibiotics and probiotics at the same time?

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Some antibiotics are a little too good at cleansing your system. You might go to the bathroom a lot if you're on an antibiotic. Can probiotics help?

What Is a Group of Flamingos Called? Not a Flock, Another 'F' Word

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Ever spot a bunch of tall pink birds gathered by the water and wondered, "What is a group of flamingos called?" The answer is as colorful as the birds themselves: a flamboyance.

What Is a Group of Spiders Called? (Aside From Icky)

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Spiders live in nearly every environment on Earth, from forests and wetlands to deserts and homes shared with humans. People often ask "what is a group of spiders called" because spotting many spiders together feels out of step with how these animals usually behave.

The Albatross Soars Over Thousands of Miles of Open Ocean

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The albatross is one of nature's most impressive flyers, soaring effortlessly over the ocean for days or weeks at a time, often without flapping its wings for hours. These majestic seabirds are built for gliding across vast distances as they search for food and connect distant parts of the world.

How the Boston Massacre Fanned the Flames of a Revolution

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The Boston Massacre didn't start the American Revolution. But what role did the March 5, 1770, protest play? HowStuffWorks looks at the history.

Can You Pass This High School U.S. History Test Without Googling?

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Since earning its independence from Britain in the American Revolution, the United States has been a part of - and made - many big moments in history. Do you think you could pass this high-school level U.S. history quiz?

Why would scientists want to create a hybrid human-cow embryo?

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This week, a group of London-based scientists requested official permission to begin a three-year study involving stem cells derived from human-cow hybrids.

Guess Who?: The Historical World Leader Quiz

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Who runs the world? Beyonce says girls. Conspiracy theorists say the Illuminati. Take this quiz and see if you know who has really been in charge of the course of history.

Countries That Start With 'W' and How They Got Their Names

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Ever wondered how many countries start with "W"? Well, spoiler alert: You won't need many fingers to count them.

Can Jet Hand Dryers Really Blast Out a Germ Cloud? Well, Yes and No

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Are jet air hand dryers the safest way to dry your hands after using the bathroom or are they blasting invisible microbes through the air with every use?

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