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If You Were a Holiday, Which One Would You Be?

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We all love the holidays, but each of us prefers a different one. From the family-oriented Christmas to the romance of Valentine's, the patriotism of the Fourth of July and the silliness of April Fool's, which suits you best?

Python vs. Anaconda: Comparing Snakes and Software Languages

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When you hear "python vs. anaconda" you might think of a clash between two massive snakes, but it’s also a fair comparison between a powerful programming language and a robust data science distribution. Whether you’re talking snakes or software, the differences are fascinating.

What Is a Baby Turkey Called? 'Poultry' Is About to Make So Much Sense

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When you spot a wild turkey strutting across a field, it's easy to forget they start out tiny and fluffy. So, what is a baby turkey called? The answer is short and sweet: poult.

How Movie Producers Work

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Movie producers may appear to have glamorous jobs, but it can be anything but. Learn more about movie producers at HowStuffWorks.

How Natural Burial Works

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Natural burial is becoming more popular as people begin to eschew unnatural internment processes. Learn about natural burial or green burial.

What Happened to Einstein's Brain After He Died?

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Einstein's brain gave the world a wealth of knowledge. But besides the thoughts, what's in Einstein's brain itself? Thomas Harvey set out to find out.

10 Fantastic Fads of the 1990s

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We like defining decades by their trends, fads and fashion. The '90s are a little hard to define, because the '80s were so easy to describe, but here are a few fantastic fads that are all '90s, all the way.

12 Deadly Diseases Cured in the 20th Century

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Diseases like polio and smallpox took countless lives before a cure was found. Read our list of 12 diseases that were cured in the 20th century.

How Crystal Skulls Work

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To some people, a crystal skull is simply a crystal in the shape of a human skull. But to those who believe in the supernatural, it can represent doom or hope.

How Credit Reporting Agencies Work

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Credit reporting agencies collect your credit history. Learn about credit reporting agencies and your rights under the the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

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