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The Tiny Kiwi Bird Is Related to Massive Emus and Ostriches
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The kiwi bird: a small, flightless bird with some seriously strange features! Native to New Zealand, this bird in the world is unlike any other, with hair-like kiwi feathers, nostrils at the tip of its beak and a highly developed sense of smell.
Why a Geomagnetic Storm Makes for Pretty Skies and Tech Scares
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When the Sun gets rowdy, Earth feels it. A geomagnetic storm happens when solar activity stirs up Earth’s magnetic field, producing large magnetic disturbances that can mess with everything from navigation systems to power grids.
The Worst Flood in History (and 9 Other Catastrophic Floods)
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Floods have shaped landscapes, destroyed cities and taken lives for centuries. This list that starts with the worst flood in history looks at some of the most catastrophic floods in recorded history, from natural disasters fueled by heavy rain to human-engineered failures that ended in tragedy.
10 Country Music Festivals Uniting Fans in North America
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There are few summer traditions quite like piling into a car with your friends, a tent in the trunk and a playlist full of country anthems.
10 States With the Highest Crime Rates
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When people ask about the states with the highest crime rates, they’re usually looking at two categories: violent crimes and property crimes.
The Safest Place During Martial Law Depends on Your Resources
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If you are wondering about the safest place during martial law, you are probably thinking about emergency scenarios like widespread civil unrest, war or natural disasters.
The Longest Pier in the World is in North America
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When considering the longest pier in the world, you have to keep in mind that this means comparing pleasure piers (for tourism and recreation) with industrial structures that stretch far into the sea.
Assess Your Garden Conditions
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All gardens need the right amount of light, good soil, and enough water to grow well. Learn how to assess your garden conditions at HowStuffWorks.
How Disc Brakes Work
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Disc brakes are the most common brakes found on a car's front wheels, and they're often on all four. This is the part of the brake system that does the actual work of stopping the car. Find out all about disc brakes -- even when to replace the pads.
Why Do We Celebrate Labor Day?
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Why do we celebrate Labor Day, and why is it on the first Monday in September?