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Centralia, Pennsylvania: The Ghost Town Atop an Inferno

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The fire under the tiny town of Centralia, Pennsylvania, has been burning since at least 1962 and, to this day, nobody knows how to put it out.

Why the 'Streisand Effect' Might Actually Make a Cover-up Go Viral

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Barbra Streisand sued a photographer who took a photo of her house and the lawsuit got the photo far more attention than it would have gotten otherwise.

How New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern Became a Political Superstar

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She was the youngest New Zealand leader elected in over 150 years and has won plaudits for her handling of the coronavirus epidemic. We get the backstory on Jacinda Ardern and her many achievements.

11 Pretty Awesome Facts About the Pacific Ocean

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It covers more than 30 percent of the planet, and is home to all kinds of sea creatures. What other facts make the Pacific Ocean so amazing?

The Serval Stands Tall and Jumps Like A Champion

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Servals have long legs and necks, which allow them to spot prey over the tall grasses of the savanna, but their huge ears give them their best weapon - an acute sense of hearing.

Iterative Evolution: Did the Aldabra Rail Evolve Twice?

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The flightless Aldabra rail only lives on the Aldabra Atoll in Madagascar. But this example of iterative evolution descended from birds that soar.

5 Things You Didn't Know About Your Belly Button

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HowStuffWorks explores little-know facts about belly buttons, like why there is lint inside and why some people don't have a navel.

Why Do We Find Waiting on Hold So Irritating?

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'Your call is very important to us...' Uh, really? Then why are you still on hold? HowStuffWorks looks at the art and science of being put on hold.

Indie Bookstores Defied Amazon. Who's Next?

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Indie book stores are making a comeback. HowStuffWorks checks out the resurgence and wonders what other businesses can beat back Amazon.

What Is Lent, and Why Do Christians Give Up Something for It?

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Christians often 'give up something for Lent' but why? What is the real reason behind the season?

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