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What If Earth's Magnetic Field Flipped?
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Earth's magnetic field has flipped many times before, and scientists say it will flip again (though probably not in our lifetime). While it might not be catastrophic, a major change in the magnetic field would present a special set of problems.
What Is Sassafras and Is it Safe?
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HowStuffWorks looks at the many uses and potential dangers of sassafras.
10 Ways to Liven Up Your White Elephant Gift Exchange
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White elephant. Mean Santa. Yankee swap. These are the holiday parties we live for. But if it feels like yours is getting a bit tired, we've got 10 rules to liven it up this year.
Why is it bad luck to wear opals if you weren't born in October?
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Opals are unusual and mysterious gems, which may be why there are stories about their supposed luck dating back to ancient times.
Can You Name These Cartoon Characters' Careers?
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Hey, even a cartoon character needs money to live, right? From high-powered executives to quarry workers, the occupations of cartoon characters are varied and sometimes surprising. Can you name them all?
Cadmium: The Highly Toxic Metal That Powers the World
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Cadmium is a natural metal and the leading component in rechargeable batteries and solar cells. It is also highly toxic and heavily regulated.
Walk Through an Enchanted Forest and We'll Guess What Mythical Creature Lies Within You!
Imagine waking up in a magical land that is surrounded by mysterious creatures, vivid colors and dark forks in the road. The only problem is that dream has become a reality, and you'll have to escape using your inner mythical creature!
Meet the Zombie Ant Fungus That Inspired HBO's 'The Last of Us'
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The Ophiocordyceps unilateralis fungus makes a mockery of ant free will. But how does it take over the ant body to control its host?
No Shave November Is More Than Mustache Month
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Ditch the razor for 30 days and let your hair grow for a bro. Do it with No Shave November and Movember so you can raise money and save a dude's life.
15 Animals That Start With 'S': From Sea Lions to Scarlet Macaws
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The animal kingdom is full of incredible creatures, and today we’re focusing on animals that start with "S." Some of them thrive in the wild today, while others once roamed the Earth but are now gone forever.