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Fruit Flies: The Science Superstars You Want Gone From Your Kitchen
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Fruit flies are annoying, but we also owe them a huge debt of scientific gratitude.
How Napoleon's Arc de Triomphe Became a Symbol of Paris
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The Arc de Triomphe is one of the most iconic and enduring symbols of the city of Paris, France. But why did Napoleon commission it?
9 Dishwasher Tablet Hacks to Clean Almost Anything
Dishwasher tablets are great for doing dishes, sure, but there are so many more cool uses for them.
How Well Do You Know Ballet Terminology?
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Ballet is an incredible art form that's evolved over the centuries. As such, it is loaded with esoteric (and usually French) terms that befuddle bystanders. Do you really know your ballet terminology?
Why Are Some Comets Green?
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News headlines talk about a rare green comet appearing in the sky. The comet itself is rare, but green comets, not so much. What makes some comets appear green?
What's the Difference Between a Restaurant Service Fee and a Tip?
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It seems that U.S. consumers are being asked to shell out more in tips and service charges than ever before. But is there a difference between the two?
How can a corpse be incorruptible?
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Incorruptible bodies -- corpses that don't decay -- are a scientific mystery. Read why incorruptible bodies are hard to explain and where to find them.
What Is the Birthday Paradox?
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How large does a random group of people have to be for a 50 percent chance to exist that at least two of the people will share a birthday?
Pistol Shrimp: The Fastest Gun in the Sea
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The pistol shrimp is feared in the ocean for its ability to hit a prey with air bubbles that travel 82 feet per second, pop at 218 decibels and deliver 8,000 degrees Fahrenheit of heat.
What Happened to Oppenheimer After World War II?
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Oppenheimer's legacy is as complex as the quantum mechanics and theoretical physics that dominated his mind and shaped his life.