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An Ocean Quahog Shows Its Age Like Rings on a Tree
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The ocean quahog (Arctica islandica) is a clam that redefines what it means to have a long lifespan. This species is famous for being one of the longest-lived animals on Earth, with individuals surviving up to 500 years! That's older than Shakespeare's first play.
Can Different Bird Species 'Talk' with Each Other?
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Does your parakeet understand the cardinal chirping outside its window? Can a pigeon's noises mean anything to a crow? Yes, it can.
This Book Was the 'WebMD' of the 18th and 19th Centuries
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HowStuffWorks looks at naturopathic remedies of yesterday and today's substitutions.
How You Eat May Reveal Who You Are
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There are a lot of quirky eaters out there. HowStuffWorks looks at the science behind how we clean your plate and what it says about us.
'Aleppo Moments': What Causes Our Brains to Freeze Under Pressure?
It happens to politicians, beauty queens and regular folks. Brain farts, that is. But, why?
Ringling Bros. Retiring Elephants Early. PETA Still Not Smiling
All 11 of the circus's touring elephants are headed for a Florida retirement in May. Learn more about Ringling's elephants at HowStuffWorks Now.
Assessing the Average Quicksand Deaths Per Year
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Science has determined that disappearing completely into quicksand isn't possible - but that doesn't mean that getting stuck still won't kill you.
Widely Hated Comic Sans Might Be Lifesaver for People With Dyslexia
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Are there fonts and typefaces that help people with dyslexia read? Learn more about dyslexia and Comic Sans in this HowStuffWorks article.
What's the Difference Between a Cave and a Cavern?
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One term might give you the impression of something grand and mysterious, while the other makes you think of claustrophobia-inducing environs that threaten human life. But what's the real difference?
Why Don't You Ever See Square Vegetables?
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At least not in nature. Scientists have discovered the two gene families that play key roles in making fruits and vegetables either round or long. Could a square fruit be on the horizon?