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What Is Sassafras and Is it Safe?

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HowStuffWorks looks at the many uses and potential dangers of sassafras.

Why Haven't WhatsApp and Other Text Messaging Apps Taken Off in the U.S.?

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Though many text messenger apps are available for download, most Americans still prefer to send a text message via their mobile carrier. Why is that?

Why Do Dogs Howl?

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Wolves do it. So is howling just an inherited trait dogs have kept through the eons, or is there more to why our furry friends still vocalize in this manner?

From Caesar to Brexit: The English History Quiz

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English history goes back just a lot bit further than that of the United States. How much do you know about the past of jolly old England? How far back does your knowledge of English history go? Take this quiz to find out!

The Largest Tsunami Ever Recorded Only Claimed 2 Lives

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If you're lucky, you've never seen a tsunami in person, but you know that this type of massive wave can cause enormous damage. They can be measured, too, which easily leads to the question: What was the largest tsunami ever recorded?

Geoduck Looks NSFW but Is Prized for Its Flavor

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Let's get the obvious out of the way: The geoduck (Panopea generosa) looks more than a little NSFW. But it's totally PG, we swear! Found primarily in the Pacific Northwest, this massive mollusk has captured the attention of scientists, seafood lovers and curious minds alike.

Ever Driven Any of the 9 Longest Roads in the World?

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The U.S. has some of the longest highways in the world, but the nine longest are scattered all over the globe.

New Oxford Dictionary Will Document African American English Lexicon

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Henry Louis Gates Jr. will serve as editor-in-chief of the new Oxford Dictionary of African American English, which is slated to be published in spring 2025.

6 Handy Uses for Witch Hazel

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Witch hazel is a shrub with an unusual name that's been used for centuries to treat many skin conditions. So, what can you use it for?

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