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Once Thought Extinct, the Tasmanian Tiger May Still Be Prowling the Planet

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On Sept. 7, 1936, the last known Tasmanian tiger died in captivity in Tasmania, Australia. But there are those who believe these animals still live.

9 Deep-diving Facts About the Lands of Oceania

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Fourteen countries and 39 million square miles make up Oceania in the South Pacific. And bungee jumping was invented there, too.

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?

Poisonous Death Cap Mushroom Spreads Over North America

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Amanita phalloides is non-native to the North American continent, introduced to California from Europe, and rapidly spreading.

Why Do We Find Waiting on Hold So Irritating?

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'Your call is very important to us...' Uh, really? Then why are you still on hold? HowStuffWorks looks at the art and science of being put on hold.

How Did Weasels Get Such a Bad Rap?

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Weasels are cute little rodents, but they have a reputation for being one of the worst of the mammals. HowStuffWorks explains how they got a bad rap.

What Causes the Tectonic Plates to Move?

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Discover the origins of the continental drift theory and how scientists explain these geologic phenomena.

How the Articles of Confederation Paved the Way for the U.S. Constitution

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The Articles of Confederation were the precursor to the U.S. Constitution. HowStuffWorks looks at how they paved the way for the U.S. system of government.

River-bottom Bones: The Strange World of Underwater Fossil Hunting

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Not all fossils are found on dry land. In fact some of the most fascinating fossil finds in history have been submerged for centuries.

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