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The Yeti, aka Abominable Snowman: A Classic Cryptid
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The Yeti, often referred to as the "Abominable Snowman," is a legendary creature from Himalayan folklore.
What Are the 7 Largest Countries in the World by Area?
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The seven largest countries in the world account for nearly half of the world's land area, but one is far larger than the rest. Do you know what the largest country is?
The Most Beautiful Countries in the World, Sorted by Region
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Any avid traveler knows there are far too many gorgeous landscapes and jaw-dropping views to make one all-encompassing list of the most beautiful countries in the world. We're lucky to have such a diverse world, and beauty is subjective.
Can You Match the Animal to Its Scientific Name?
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Scientific names aren't the easiest thing in the world to learn, but knowing them can be incredibly impressive and helpful, especially if you're a science fan. Come impress us by matching these animals to their binomial nomenclature.
We Challenge You to ID All of These Breeds If You Think You're a Horse Expert!
Of course, you're the one who knows horse breeds like they're your best friends, and this quiz endorses your mysterious horse forces. It's agreed that you need to ID every breed, so take the reins and do it with speed!
The Geology Behind 5 American Landmarks
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The U.S. is full of exceptional geological formations. HowStuffWorks looks at at five that set the bar high as far as landmarks go.
Railroad Expansion
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The railroad expansion of the middle and late 1800s changed America forever. Read more about the westward expansion of railroads.
The Ring of Fire Is the Pacific's Volcanic Hotspot
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Explore the Pacific Ring of Fire, a 24,900-mile zone with 75% of Earth's volcanoes and 90% of its earthquakes, shaped by dynamic tectonic activity.
The Largest Desert in the World Isn't the Sahara
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If you think the largest desert in the world is hot and sandy, think again. These 10 deserts spanning the globe are massive, but they're not all sunbaked.
5 of Earth's Highest Deserts
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Not all deserts have sand and they're certainly not all hot. They're just extremely dry and have little vegetation. That means deserts are located all over the planet, including at super-high elevations.