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The Tallest Roller Coaster in the World Stood for 19 Years
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There is no shortage of incredible roller coasters for thrill seekers and theme park enthusiasts to enjoy globally. Just as the "space race" encouraged countries to shoot for the stars, the "coaster wars" have pushed theme park engineers to test the boundaries of death-defying drops and ludicrous speeds.
11 of the World's Worst Serial Killers
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Some serial killers have murdered more than 100 people. Who are the worst serial killers, and why did they do it?
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?
What Is the Youngest Drinking Age in the World?
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Modern states take a variety of approaches to curtail or regulate the drinking of alcoholic beverages by young people. The United States, with its across-the-board minimum legal drinking age of 21, is something of an outlier; many other countries have a lower legal age.
Most Racist Countries in the World: A Global Look at Inequality
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Assessing racial equity globally is complex, involving policies, cultural attitudes and systemic issues that impact minority communities differently across regions.
How Lab-grown Meat Could Change the Pet Food World
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A new era of pet foods created in the lab, sustainably and with reduced environmental impact, is coming. But will pets - and their humans - like it?
Meet the World's Longest Sea-Crossing Bridge
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The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge is 34 miles (55 kilometers) long and connects the territories of Hong Kong and Macao to mainland China for the first time.
Exploring the World of Mail-order Marriages
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While the headlines usually focus on tales of abuse and scams, the reality is more humdrum - and heartbreaking.
A Short History of How Netflix Won World Domination in Streaming
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HowStuffWorks looks at the history of Netflix, from DVD service to streaming.
Blockchain Technology Ready to Disrupt the World
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It's the technology behind the meteorically rising bitcoin, and it could be really, really big. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.