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Why the U.S. Cares So Much About Corn ... Is Complicated

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Corn is king when it comes to U.S. crops. But should it be? The answer is complex, but HowStuffWorks digs in to find the answer.

Could Our Spacecraft Accidentally Ignite an Alien World's Entire Atmosphere?

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Outer planets in our solar system have atmospheres made up of flammable chemicals that can cause explosions on Earth. Could a rocketship, or electric spark, ignite them?

Turkish Coffee Is Steeped in Tradition — And Easy to Make

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Since its introduction in 15th-century Yemen, Turkish coffee has been a cultural touchstone in the Middle East, Eastern Europe and north Africa.

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.

Why Are People With Trypophobia Horrified By Holes?

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Trypophobia is the fear - or more like disgust - of closely packed holes. But is it a real phobia and how can it be treated?

4 Really, Really Unfortunate Facts About Lemony Snicket

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In 'A Series of Unfortunate Events,' narrator Lemony Snicket recounts the calamitous lives of the Baudelaire children, orphaned after a mysterious house fire.

Why Anti-anxiety Drug Phenibut Is So Controversial

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Phenibut is sold in Russia as an anti-anxiety drug and online as a brain booster. But it's not licensed as medication in many countries because of its side effects.

Yes, Female Praying Mantises Do Eat Their Mates

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The praying mantis is a powerful predator, and not as robotic (or as romantic!) as it seems.

How to Find Orion's Belt in the Night Sky

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Winter is the perfect time to look for Orion's Belt in the Northern Hemisphere. If you're new to stargazing, we'll show you how to find it.

A Pit Viper Snake Can 'See' You, Even in the Dark

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Pit vipers also carry venom in twin glands behind their eyes, delivered through movable fangs that can be folded up against the roof of their mouth.

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