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The Glass Armonica: A Harmonious Invention by Benjamin Franklin

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Learn about the Glass Armonica, a unique musical instrument invented by Benjamin Franklin. The glass armonica produces beautiful, haunting sounds by rubbing wet fingers on tuned glass bowls.

The Evolution of Dictaphones: A Comprehensive History

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The Revolutionary Recording Device That Changed the Way We Work - Dictaphone. Learn about the history, design, and benefits of dictaphone.

Catherine the Great's Furniture: Erotic Easter Egg or Petty Hoax?

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When we think about royalty, we often imagine gilded thrones and ornate drawing rooms. But according to German troops in World War II, Catherine the Great's furniture went way beyond your average aristocratic flair.

What Kind of Boy Is Right for You?

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Should you date a doer or a dreamer, a floppy-haired poet or tough, scrappy cowboy? If you love boys so much that you can't figure out what your type is, this quiz will reveal the kind of guy you should be going for!

The Hairy Frogfish Is Hairless and Not Actually a Frog

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If you're into marine oddities, few animals capture the imagination quite like the hairy frogfish. This bizarre, underwater ambush predator may look like a ball of algae, but don't be fooled: It's a master of camouflage and a nightmare for unsuspecting prey.

What Do Alligators Eat? Pretty Much Anything They Want

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Alligators are some of nature’s oldest prehistoric predators. But what do alligators eat, and what is an alligator's natural prey?

Lougawou: A Haitian Vodou Werewolf

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In Haitian folklore, few figures spark more curiosity than the lougawou. Often described as a werewolf-like creature, the lougawou comes from a mix of African mythology, colonial history and Haitian Vodou.

10 Weird Pregnancy Cravings That Actually Make a Lot of Sense

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When it comes to weird pregnancy cravings, expectant mothers often find themselves reaching for foods they never touched before, or even some non-food items.

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.

White Spotted Jellyfish: Cute Until They Become Invasive

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You’ve probably seen them in aquarium tanks or floating just offshore—those milky, gelatinous blobs with polka dots and long, frilly arms. Meet the white spotted jellyfish (Phyllorhiza punctata), a tropical jellyfish invader that's turning up far from home.

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