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What do the UL marks on so many products mean?
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A large number of electronic devices carry "UL" marks. You can find them on everything from Christmas lights to digital camcorders. What does this logo mean?
Fattest Cat in the World Weighed More Than a 4-Year-Old Child
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In 1986, Himmy the cat set a record no cat will ever be able to beat — at least not in the eyes of the Guinness World Records. The organization named Himmy the fattest cat in the world. About a decade later, in 1998, Guinness decided it would no longer award this record as it didn't want to encourage pet owners to overfeed their cats in hopes of dethroning Himmy.
The Glass Frog Diverts Its Blood Flow to Activate Invisibility
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If you've ever seen a frog with skin so see-through you can spot its organs, you’ve stumbled into the world of the glass frog. Found mostly in Central and South America, these wild little amphibians belong to the family Centrolenidae. The glass frog's transparent skin makes it a marvel of evolution, not one of your average tree frogs.
How Salt Works
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Not only do we need to consume salt, we also need it for a variety of nonfood uses. But if it's so important, why do health organizations recommend that we closely watch our intake? Apparently, there can be too much of a good thing. Learn what happens when we overload on salt or get too little of it.
How to Design a Kitchen Pantry
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Designing an efficient kitchen pantry space can be a challenge. But things like corner shelves and rolling baskets can certainly help. Learn more.
How to Design a Man's Closet
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When it comes to closet space, the needs of a man are different from the needs of a woman. Learn more about designing a man's closet.
How to Design a His and Her Closet
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Come on, admit it. You've fought with your spouse over coveted closet space. It doesn't have to be that way, though. With the right design, you can even have leftover space. Learn more.
The Ultimate Boy Scouts Quiz
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In an era when parents are desperate to find safe and nurturing activities for their kids, organizations like the Boy Scouts of America are really thriving. With wholesome activities such as hiking and camping, and an emphasis on honesty and community service, scouting provides an excellent model for a healthy childhood. This quintessentially American fraternity, however, wasn't actually developed in the U.S. Take this quiz to learn more about the Boy Scouts.
10 Physical Human Traits That Evolution Has Made Obsolete
In Charles Darwin's book On the Origin of Species, he referred to a number of "vestiges" in human anatomy that he posited are remnants left over from the course of our species' development over time. Darwin suggested that these vestigial organs are evidence of evolution and represent functions that were once necessary for our survival, but [...] The post 10 Physical Human Traits That Evolution Has Made Obsolete appeared first on Goliath.
How to Prepare Soil for Planting
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Good soil is the first step to a great garden. Learn how to make the most out of the soil in your area by following the tips in this article.