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Why Is the Ocean Different Colors in Different Places?
Ocean water is not actually blue, but appears in different shades for many reasons.
6 Surprising Things Health Insurance Doesn't Cover in America
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HowStuffWorks talks about some of the things health insurance doesn't usually cover in the U.S., like hearing aids, LASIK and infertility treatments.
Is there still a reason to camp out for 'Star Wars'?
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Movie opening camp outs became a tradition for "Star Wars" fans. Find out if there's still a reason to do it with HowStuffWorks Now.
Pop-Up Ads Are Annoying — But They Work
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With so many annoying types of web advertising out there, what could advertisers do better? HowStuffWorks looks at pop-up ads.
State-funded Funerals: What Happens to the Unclaimed Dead?
Cities have protocols for making sure everyone has an eternal resting place. HowStuffWorks looks at how cities bury their unclaimed dead.
The Rusty-spotted Cat Is a Teeny-tiny Wild Cat
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This wild cat is known as the 'hummingbird of the cat family' and could almost fit in the palm of your hand, but its diminutive size belies a ferocious personality.
The Amazing Mantis Shrimp Punches Its Prey, Plus More Colorful Facts
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These brightly colored crustaceans can smash aquarium glass or quickly cut through a human finger, so whatever you do, keep your distance.
The Greyhound-like Borzoi Can Take Down a Wolf. What Can Your Dog Do?
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A popular companion dog for European royalty for centuries, this elegant breed is still sought after worldwide, though somewhat difficult to find in the U.S.
The Scoville Scale: How Hot Is That Pepper?
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Is that pepper too hot to handle? See where it falls on the Scoville scale.
The Immigrant Paradox: Why Acculturation Should Not Mean Assimilation
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Studies have shown that for immigrants, assimilation into the new culture can be bad for your health, family relationships and educational attainment.