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Typhoid Mary Was the Original Super Spreader
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Mary Mallon was an Irish immigrant working as a cook in New York. She was a carrier of typhoid fever, but was she really a ruthless murderer?
1968-1969 Buick Skylark & Gran Sport
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The questionable 1968-1969 Buick Skylark styling did not hurt its sales. Learn more about the 1968-1969 Buick Skylark and GS and see pictures.
5 Wacky Family Heirlooms
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These 5 wacky family heirlooms aren't just your run-of-the-mill jewelry, antiques and furniture. Read about 5 wacky family heirlooms.
The Biewer Terrier Just Became the AKC's Latest Breed
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As the 197th breed to be recognized by the AKC, the Biewer terrier is popping up on the radar of dog lovers everywhere.
Climate Activist Greta Thunberg Wants More Results, Less Politics
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In the lead-up to U.N. Climate Change Conference, the Swedish activist talked about Biden's climate plan, the media's responsibility and what gives her hope.
The Tarsier Is One Weird Primate, and Yes, We're Related
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Never heard of the tarsier? Well it's one of the smallest primates in the world but has some of the biggest bug eyes you've ever seen.
River-bottom Bones: The Strange World of Underwater Fossil Hunting
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Winding through the South Carolina low country, the Cooper River is a reed-lined haven for sportfish and shorebirds. The waterway originates in Berkeley County's Lake Moultrie. From there, it proceeds all the way down to Charleston, where it merges with the Ashley and the Wando to form that city's world-famous harbor. (Ever hear of Fort Sumter?)
Cup of Joe: Origins of the Humble Coffee Nickname
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Ah, the humble cup of joe — our reliable morning sidekick. It's hard to imagine a time when coffee didn't cost half your paycheck or come with a laundry list of milk options. But once upon a time, you could get a steaming mug for under a buck, no barista needed.
What Is the Butterfly Effect and How Do We Misunderstand It?
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We may think the butterfly effect means that a small change (like the flap of a butterfly's wings) can have huge consequences (a tornado in China). But what if it means the opposite?
Spinosaurus Was a Good Floater but Lousy Swimmer
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The villainous dinosaur from 'Jurassic Park' probably never had an affinity for water.