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A Greenland Shark Living Today Could Have Been Alive in 1620

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This denizen of the frigid deep not only lives a crazy long life, it also can grow up to 24 feet in length and eating its flesh can make humans "shark drunk."

Who Invented Graham Crackers and Why?

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Graham crackers were invented by Presbyterian minister Sylvester Graham as part of a radical 19th-century diet. His goal? To curb joy and sexual desires.

Call the Coconut Crab a Crustacean on Steroids

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Coconut crabs are the world's largest land-dwelling arthropods. HowStuffWorks looks at these monstrous crustaceans that dwarf many other crabs and are native to the islands in the Pacific and Indian oceans.

Hummingbirds: What to Feed Them and a Springtime Q&A

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Hummingbirds are one of nature's marvels. HowStuffWorks takes a look at these amazing birds.

Pedestrian Deaths in the U.S. on the Rise

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Pedestrian deaths are up in the U.S. and many factors are to blame. What can be done to stop it? HowStuffWorks looks several ideas from experts.

Arrival of European Breeds Wiped Out Native American Dogs

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Ancient American dogs were almost completely wiped out when the Europeans arrived. HowStuffWorks looks at the lasting legacy they did leave behind.

Middle School Survival Guide

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This middle school survival guide will help parents and kids alike. Learn about the challenges ahead in the middle school survival guide at HowStuffWorks Family.

Something Produced a Surprising Spike of Methane on Mars

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Of all the discoveries made on Mars, the detection of methane blowing in the air is probably the most compelling. HowStuffWorks investigates the Mars methane mystery.

Ferrets Are Mischievous, Loyal, Affectionate Pets

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Ferrets are great, affectionate pets but love to explore and require a lot of attention. HowStuffWorks looks at these playful creatures.

Goofy-looking Emus Are Leggy, Flightless and Very Friendly

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HowStuffWorks gets to know the emu, the world's second largest bird next to the ostrich.

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