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10 Colorful Lizards to Delight Reptile Lovers

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Some colorful lizards can stop you in your tracks. One second, you think you're looking at a rock. The next, a rainbow blur darts across your path. These reptiles are the masters of camouflage and display, using vivid skin tones to communicate, hide or strut their stuff.

Which Cardinal Direction Are You?

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Everyone says you need to have some direction in life, but rarely do we stop to consider what direction we actually are in life. Our compass is fired up and ready to see which direction you truly are, so grab your GPS and take a look.

10 Really Smart People Who Did Really Dumb Things

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Having a Ph.D., four stars on your general's uniform or a seat in the Oval Office won't necessarily stop you from doing things that make others want to whack you on the head with a "how could you?" Here are 10 who should've thought twice.

How Customs Works

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To most people a trip through customs is just another stop in an airport or a country's borders. But customs agencies do much more for their countries' governments. In fact U.S. Customs raises more revenue than any agency except the IRS. Find out why and how they do it.

What does it mean when a hard disk has a head crash?

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I was using my computer the other day and it suddenly started to make a high-pitched squealing sound and then stopped working. When I took it in for repair, the service guy said that my hard disk had had a "head crash" and died, taking all of my data with it. What happened?

10 Texas Landmarks Embodying Pride in the Lone Star State

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Everything's bigger in Texas, including its history. From pre-Columbian archaeological wonders to grand battlegrounds, the Lone Star State packs a punch when it comes to heritage. Texas landmarks aren't just tourist stops; they're touchstones to defining moments in both Texas history and national history.

The 10 Greatest 'Final Girls' in Horror Movie History

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In the horror genre, and particularly the slasher subgenre, there is heavy use of a character labeled "The Final Girl." This is the female protagonist of the film that is the last character left alive, and the one that stops, or evades, the antagonist. The rest of the characters are often stupid and have little [...] The post The 10 Greatest 'Final Girls' in Horror Movie History appeared first on Goliath.

Why Is My Cat Pooping Outside the Litter Box?

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When your cat stops using the litter box and starts pooping elsewhere, it can be frustrating and puzzling. So, if you're Googling "why is my cat pooping outside the litter box," we're sorry for your stinky situation. The answer could range from medical issues to simple litter box preferences.

The 10 Greatest Car Designers In Automotive History

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Car brands are famous the world over. People everywhere can identify an Aston Martin or a Lamborghini. Most people even have an idea what infamous cars such as the Lada and Peugeot look like. But did you ever stop to think about who designs the cars we all know and love? Unlike fashion designers who [...] The post The 10 Greatest Car Designers In Automotive History appeared first on Goliath.

How Slot Machines Work

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Slot machines are a popular form of gambling. Learn about modern slot machines and old mechanical models and find out the odds of winning on slot machines.

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