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How the Salton Sea Became an Eco Wasteland

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The Salton Sea, California's largest inland lake, and the area that surrounds it - once hotspots for tourism and wildlife - have essentially become ghost towns. The lake's evaporation has now become a ticking ecological time bomb with real world consequences.

How Synesthesia Works

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Kanye West says he says sees music in color. Other people can hear words that make them taste a particular flavor, or they actually feel another person's pain. Welcome to the world of the synesthete. It's a stimulating one.

Pomelos Are Like Grapefruits on Steroids

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Pomelos are the largest - and one of the oldest - fruits of the citrus family. They're native to southeastern Asia and are chock full of nutritional benefits.

10 Construction Projects That Broke the Bank

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Whether we're trying to save a sinking city or dig a massive tunnel, our appetite for construction knows no bounds. But if designers had known the actual cost of these 10 projects, they might have gone back to the drawing board.

How Does the Herbicide Glyphosate (Roundup) Work?

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Roundup is the brand name for the chemical glyphosate, which is the most widely used weedkiller today. Some hail it, some hate it, but what does it really do?

Paprika Is Way More Than Just Deviled Egg Dust

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Paprika comes from the Capsicum annuum variety of red peppers, and can range in flavor from very hot to sweet.

The Orb Weaver Spider Consumes Its Own Used Webs

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Let's talk about the orb weaver spider, an arachnid renowned for its beautiful, circular webs. Found in gardens, forests and backyards around the world, orb weavers are some of the most common spiders and play a vital role in controlling insect populations.

European Geography Quiz

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So you think you know Europe? Map it out and take this quiz!

John Smith's True Story Is Way Better Than the Fictional Tale

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John Smith has been described as a tireless soldier, self-promoter and publicist. In today's speak, you might even call him an influencer.

The Birth of Rock: Music of the 1950s Quiz

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The 1950s may seem like a sweet and innocent time, but rock 'n' roll took the world by storm during the decade, mixing with country and jazz and inspiring more diversity than you might expect. See how much you know about the decade's music.

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