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Venus de Milo: The Most Famous Armless Statue in the World
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The Venus de Milo is one of the most recognized statues in all the world, but why does she have no arms?
The Bearded Dragon Cuddles But Doesn't Breathe Fire
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That's mainly because they are low-maintenance and surprisingly lovable.
How Much Do You Know About WWII Tanks?
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During World War I, engineers devised tanks as a way to triumph over the stalemate of trench warfare. In WWII, tanks came of age, bigger and deadlier than ever before. What do you know about the tanks of the Second World War?
How Alligators Work
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Alligators are amazing animals that have been around for millions of years. Learn about alligators and find out what makes alligators the perfect predator.
5 Green NASA Inventions
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NASA's technological innovations haven't just gotten us to the moon and beyond -- some have also helped make life a little greener here on Earth. What are five surprisingly grounded technologies spearheaded by NASA?
Why Plato Considered the Poet Sappho the Tenth Muse
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We have just a fraction of Sappho's works, but what we have reveal her personal voice in Greek lyric poetry. Just who was this woman that so inspired even Plato?
How Ice Cream Works
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Although it's fairly easy to make at home or pick up at your local grocery store, ice cream is actually a very complex substance. Learn what goes into ice cream, how it's made and who invented it.
How Chicken Pox Works
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From Beijing to Boston, chicken pox has plagued millions of children and adults. See how chicken pox works.
How Military Taxes Work
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Taxes can be tricky when you're serving or have served in the military. Learn much more about military taxes at HowStuffWorks.
How the Ice Age Worked
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An ice age is a period of cooling, marked by the presence of glaciers and ice sheets. Learn how an ice age works and if we're in an ice age right now.