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Boston, New York, Texas: The Origins of These and Other Great American Accents
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What does Boston have against the letter R? Why do Minnesotans sometimes drag out the 'O' sound? And what about the Noo Yawk accent?
Mudlarkers Pull Historical Artifacts Out of Riverbank Muck
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Does searching through the mud of a riverbank for treasures of old sound like a fun way to spend a day? If so, you may just be a true mudlarker at heart.
What's Your Vampire Power?
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Vampires are credited with many supernatural powers. Some of these sound like a blast, but others border on the icky. Which unholy gift would your resurrection give you?
What is laser clot busting?
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Laser clot busting sounds like something out of a video game, but you're not likely to see it at any arcade. So, what is laser clot busting?
Are there real-life fight clubs?
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A real-life fight club sounds dubious, but they really exist as outlets for men and women. Read about real-life fight clubs and how they came to be formed.
Bayes' Theorem Helps Us Nail Down Probabilities
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Bayes' theorem describes the probability of an event, based on prior knowledge of conditions that might be related to the event. Sounds intimidating, but we'll walk you through it.
Which Iconic Video Game Character Are You?
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If reality sounds boring to you, then how about stepping into the wonderful world of video games for a moment? It's time to equip your sword and shield with this adventurous quiz!
What's the Difference Between a Duke and an Earl?
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They both sound prestigious, but one ranks higher than the other. So, which is it and how do you get your hands on one of these British titles, anyway?
What's the Difference? Quiz
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Don't be too hard on yourself if you've ever mixed up a couple of similar-looking, sounding or tasting things. Learn the differences with our quiz.
How Does a Silencer Work?
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How in the world can a gun silencer work? How can you possibly take an explosive noise that can damage your hearing and turn it into a little "ffft" sound?