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16 Uses for Salt That Don't Involve Cooking

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Salt may be your go-to seasoning, but it has way more uses than flavoring food. Check out this list of uses for good old NaCl that have nothing to do with cooking.

New Oxford Dictionary Will Document African American English Lexicon

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Henry Louis Gates Jr. will serve as editor-in-chief of the new Oxford Dictionary of African American English, which is slated to be published in spring 2025.

Earth's 20 Quadrillion Ants Outweigh All Wild Birds and Mammals, Combined

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Estimating ant numbers and mass provides an important baseline from which to monitor ant populations amid worrying environmental changes.

10 Uses for Cream of Tartar That Don't Involve Cooking

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Cream of tartar isn't just for angel food cake! In fact, cream of tartar uses go well beyond the kitchen, helping you remove stubborn stains, relieve constipation, and so much more. Read on to explore its possibilities.

12 Types of Windows for Your Home or Office Building

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Different types of windows do a lot more than let us see outside. They brighten up rooms, bring in fresh air and help regulate temperature.

13 Scariest Monsters From Movies, Mythology, and More

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Some monsters creep slowly. Others smash through walls with a roar. All the entries on this list of the scariest monsters mess with our heads, our guts, and our sense of safety.

Can You Identify These Mountain Animals?

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Mountains cover around 20% of the Earth's surface, and there's a whole lot more life way up there than a few dozen humans seeking climbing glory. Take our quiz to see how many of these mountain-dwelling critters you can name!

Deck Ideas

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A deck makes a fine addition to any home, from standard layouts to modern designs. Learn more about designing a deck, using photos and helpful ideas.

How Oil Refining Works

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Despite the dangers, oil refineries are essential to society in its current form. Learn how crude oil is converted into everything from butane to gasoline.

How Time Works

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Ever wonder why we start our year on the first of January? Or why we have January and the other 11 months in the first place? Find out all about time.

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