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What Is a Ghost Flight?

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Airlines are flying planes with no passengers, due to the outbreak of coronavirus, but also for economic reasons having nothing to do with disease.

Bison Bounced Back From Near Extinction

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Massive, majestic and deeply woven into the fabric of North American history, the bison is more than just an iconic mammal; it's a symbol of survival and conservation.

What If We Ran Out of Minerals?

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If minerals make up so much of the Earth, why would we ever face shortages? The availability of the resources we use to create products often depends more on our priorities than the planet's supply.

Xoloitzcuintli: The Mexican Hairless Dog, Ancient Guide to the Underworld

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The xoloitzcuintli is one of the most ancient of dog breeds and even was considered a guide to the underworld by the Aztec and Mayan civilizations.

How Fuel Cells Work

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A hydrogen fuel cell is an electrochemical energy conversion device. Learn why governments are pouring money into fuel cell research.

Can car companies let known defects go without a recall?

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Car companies do all they can to avoid a vehicle recall. But can they let known defects go without a recall? Find out at HowStuffWorks.

Why Do We Have Middle Names?

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The modern tradition of using a middle name most likely began in the Middle Ages. HowStuffWorks checks out the history of the middle moniker.

What does a lieutenant governor do?

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What does a lieutenant governor do? Visit HowStuffWorks to learn what a lieutenant governor does.

Why Libertarians Have a Love-hate Relationship With the 10th Amendment

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The 10th Amendment says powers not delegated to the feds are reserved to the people. Libertarians say it's not working. HowStuffWorks explains.

Why Do Beavers Build Dams?

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Why do beavers build dams and what happens when they do? How would things change if no more beavers build dams?

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