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What is contagious shooting?
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Police fired 50 shots at three apparently unarmed men in a car leaving a bachelor party in New York this weekend, and investigators still aren't sure why.
Could a gamma-ray burst wipe out all life on Earth?
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When a huge star collapses, it releases massive amounts of radiation in concentrated streams. If one of those streams hit Earth, it wouldn't be pretty. But where should we put "gamma-ray bursts" on our list of anxieties?
How the Snow Leopard Survives Harsh, Frigid Temperatures
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Often called the "ghosts of the mountains," the elusive snow leopard is one of the most mysterious big cats. Found in the rugged mountain ranges of Central Asia, these beautiful animals are perfectly adapted to their harsh, cold environments.
The Visually Stunning Sunbeam Snake Slithers Under the Radar
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The sunbeam snake of the Xenopeltidae genus is one of the most visually stunning reptiles you'll ever encounter. These snakes, native to Southeast Asia, are known for their dark pigmentation and highly iridescent scales that shimmer with rainbow colors in sunlight.
The Rainbow Snake Feasts on American Eels
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The rainbow snake (Farancia erytrogramma) - sometimes called an eel moccasin or red-lined snake - is a nonvenomous snake. It has vibrant coloration and a specialized diet. Humans rarely see rainbow snakes (despite their striking appearance) because they spend much of their lives hidden in aquatic habitats.
The Coachwhip Snake Is Nonvenomous but Not a Good Pet
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The coachwhip snake is one of the fastest and most agile reptiles you'll find slithering through the wilds of North America. With long, slender bodies and incredible speed, these snakes are often called whip snakes due to their whip-like appearance and swift movements.
The First 'Killer Robot' Was Around Back in 1979
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With the Campaign to Stop Killer Robots heating up, we step back a few decades to look at the first human death by robot.
How a Brinicle Works
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Underwater icicles, also called brinicles or sea stalactites, form when super-cold brine meets normal seawater. The sub-zero phenomenon can kill some sea life.
Are Bug Zappers Bad News?
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Not only do bug zappers mostly kill beneficial insects, they also can serve you up a side of bacteria with your burger.
The Tiny Kiwi Bird Is Related to Massive Emus and Ostriches
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The kiwi bird: a small, flightless bird with some seriously strange features! Native to New Zealand, this bird in the world is unlike any other, with hair-like kiwi feathers, nostrils at the tip of its beak and a highly developed sense of smell.