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Winter Weather Survival Quiz
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It seems that even before we're ready, the cold months are back again making us wonder why we choose to live where we live. Take this quiz to see if you're ready to face the frigid conditions of winter!
How Adhesive Tape Works
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In 1925, after an auto paint job gone wrong, a young research assistant was struck by the idea for adhesive tape. But how does tape actually stick, and how are we able to peel it off a roll?
10 of Fashion's Biggest Blunders
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Fashion's biggest blunders range from celebrity mishaps to everyday fashion errors. Find out what tops our list of fashion's biggest blunders.
Why Does the Moon Look So Much Bigger When It Is Near the Horizon?
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Why does the moon look so much bigger when it is near the horizon than when it is high up in the sky?
Is There a Mathematical Formula for the 'Beer Goggles' Effect?
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As it turns out, beer is not the only factor in the 'beer goggles' effect. And scientists have come up with a fancy formula to prove it -- and let you calculate just how far off you are.
Scientists Spot Light From Behind a Black Hole for the First Time Ever
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Scientists have observed flashes of X-rays coming from behind a supermassive black hole, consistent with Albert Einstein's prediction that extremely large objects can bend light.
Roman Ruins Discovered Underwater in Tunisia
Archaeologists discovered what they believe to be ruins of the Roman city of Neapolis - underwater near Tunisia.
There's Science Behind the Secrets We Humans Keep
How do secrets affect the human body and psyche? Learn more about the science behind secrets in this HowStuffWorks article.
Personification Examples to Make Your Writing More Interesting
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Like other forms of figurative language, personification can make your writing more dynamic. By giving human qualities to inanimate objects, you can uniquely describe situations that will resonate with your reader.
The Unification Church: Mass Marriages and a Moonie Messiah
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New religious movements generally garner equal parts attention and skepticism; this is especially true for new and alternative religions in America. The United States has a long list of cult leaders who experienced a meteoric rise to fame, followed quickly by an abrupt fall from grace.