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Why Are Magnetars So Scary?

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A magnetar is a neutron star with a super-strong magnetic field. Astronomers consider them among the scariest objects in the universe, but why?

The Cute Crested Gecko, Once Thought Extinct, Is Now Bred by the Thousands

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These lizards love to climb and can thrive on a diet that doesn't include live insects.

Is Vantablack Really the Blackest Black?

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Vantablack is one of the darkest substances known, able to absorb up to 99.965 percent of visible light. But is it the blackest of blacks on the planet?

5 Ways to Use Fresh Cranberries

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Fresh cranberries are a sign that the holidays are in full swing. HowStuffWorks has five some simple ways to utilize with this tiny tart fruit.

Do You Have to 'Break In' a New Car?

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Your new shoes aren't at their most comfortable until you break them in. Does the same hold true for your new car? HowStuffWorks finds out.

The Light and Fluffy History of Southern Biscuits

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Biscuits have come a long way since their incarnation as hard, dry rations meant simply for survival. HowStuffWorks looks at the history of biscuits.

Is Lightning Without Thunder Safe?

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Simon and Garfunkel. Peanut butter and jelly. Thunder and lightning. Some things are just better when they roll in pairs. But while we know that '60s folk singers and classic foodstuffs can also roll solo, what about these stormy BFFs?

What If All the Coral Reefs Disappeared?

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Coral reefs are pretty cool. More than just snorkeling destinations, they shelter tons of marine life - creatures many of us depend on for food and medicine. So what would happen if the coral reefs disappeared? Here's a hint: It isn't good.

Why Is a Broken Mirror Bad Luck?

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You're not supposed to cry over spilled milk. But a broken mirror? That's another matter. Will breaking a mirror really bring you bad luck?

Does Earth Have Rings?

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Sure, Saturn's luminous rings are a cosmic marvel, but did you know that Earth once had rings? If we still had them today, what would they look like?

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