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Alligator Snapping Turtles Lure Prey With Wriggling Worm-like Tongue Appendage
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The prehistoric-looking alligator snapping turtle is the largest freshwater turtle in North America and has a bite that, it's said, can snap a wooden broom handle in half.
How well do you remember Home Alone 2, ya filthy animal?
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"Home Alone 2: Lost in New York" is the 1992 sequel to the Christmas comedy "Home Alone". Although not quite as successful as the first one, this movie was also a huge success and so sealed Macaulay Culkin's place in Hollywood fame. Take our quiz to see if you know as much as you think you do about "Home Alone 2!"
15 Largest Cities in North America, Ranked by Population
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The most populous country in North America (the United States) is also home to some of the largest cities in North America, but the No. 1 spot goes to Mexico City.
How Mold-A-Rama Works
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Just drop in some coins and watch as plastic is molded into a train, gorilla or Frankenstein's monster. Learn more about Mold-A-Rama at HowStuffWorks.
Can You Name All of These American Wildflowers?
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Tom Petty said, "You belong among the wildflowers." But would you be able to name them if you saw them in an image? Check out the ones we've put together, and see how well you know the wildflowers of America!
How to Volunteer for the Parks and Recreation Department
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Volunteering for your local parks and recreation department offers myriad opportunities. Learn how to get started volunteering with parks and recreation.
Tornado Alley: Where the Worst Twisters Form in the U.S.
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Where is tornado alley and why do so many tornadoes form there?
How Monster Jam Works
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Monster Jam is loud, intense and full of huge trucks. HowStuffWorks looks at the multimillion-dollar event org that attracts people across the globe.
1971 Ford LTD Convertible Coupe
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The 1971 Ford LTD Convertible Coupe was the first ragtop introduced in the very popular LTD series. Read about and see pictures of this classic car.
What Are Mines?
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Underground mining has come a long way from the days of men with pickaxes and canaries. It relies much more heavily on machinery that makes it much safer than in the past. Which techniques are used in mining today?