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Sylvia Rivera: A Pioneer of the Modern LGBTQ Rights Movement

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As a zealous advocate for marginalized people in the LGBTQ community, Sylvia Rivera was a progressive and important figure in the movement.

Can You Sue Over 'Third-hand Smoke' Exposure?

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Could there be a day when people sue over tobacco residue left behind in a building's walls or carpet? HowStuffWorks investigates.

Elephants Can Learn to Sniff Out Landmines

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Can elephants detect landmines with smell? Read the article to learn more about the landmine detection of elephants using their noses.

Is Bugs Bunny a Rabbit or a Hare?

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What exactly is Bugs Bunny? Learn about whether Bugs Bunny is a rabbit or a hare, and what the difference is, in this HowStuffWorks Now article.

When Bad Watermelons Explode on Good People

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It's fairly rare, but a potentially catastrophic rind failure lurks under the green-striped shell of every seemingly innocent watermelon in the produce aisle.

Swordfish Are the Natural-born Gladiators of the Sea

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The swordfish's nose might look crazy weird, but these gladiators of the sea are perfectly outfitted for ocean battle.

Corresponding Angles: A Fundamental Geometry Concept

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Corresponding angles are what you get when two parallel lines are crossed by a third line, creating angles that have the same relative position at each intersection. They're easy to find once you know what to look for.

What's the Difference Between a Dugong and a Manatee?

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Their mamas may be the only ones who can tell them apart, but there are major differences between these cousins, one being the type of water in which they can survive.

Marzipan Is the Sweet Almond Treat You Need This Holiday

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Some form of marzipan can be dated back to ancient Egypt. But today this sweet confection is as traditional a holiday treat as they get.

Are Meat Sweats a Real Thing?

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Some people who eat large quantities of meat break out in a sweat, apparently because digesting the protein raises their body temperature.

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