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Is There a Scientific Strategy for Finding a Good Parking Spot?
HowStuffWorks talks with some scientists to find out whether to drive around until you find a close parking spot or take the first thing you see.
Insights on Alzheimer's From the Long-running Nun Study
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HowStuffWorks looks at the long-running study on nuns and Alzheimer's disease and the various lessons learned over the decades.
Is That Animal Sanctuary You Want to Visit Legit?
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Animal sanctuaries should provide animals with excellent care for the rest of their lives. But many don't. So how do you know if a sanctuary is legit?
Inside a Locust Plague: Desert Grasshoppers Gone Wild
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Locusts are just mild-mannered grasshoppers until they swarm up and become monstrous. In parts of the world, locust plagues are a way of life.
5 Hugely Fun Facts About Mass (Not Weight)
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Weight is the measurement of gravity's pull on an object. And it varies by location. Mass is a different beast altogether.
Do rubber tires insulate your car from lightning?
To paraphrase the band Queen, thunder and lightning are very, very frightening. Especially when you're stuck in a car in the middle of nowhere. But can your rubber tires protect you from a lightning strike?
Which Greek God or Goddess Are You?
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Calling all Greek mythology fans out there! Do you think you channel these gods and goddesses sometimes? Take the quiz to see!
Can You Answer These Basic Geography Questions Everyone Should Know?
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Whether or not you fared well in your high school World Geography class, there are a few basic facts about the world that you should definitely be aware of. Take this quiz to see how much you remember.
4 Unexpected Places Where Adults Can Learn Science
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Here are four alternative venues where the general public can enjoy nature, engage in hands-on science learning and get a behind-the-scenes look at scientific research in action.
5 High-paying Jobs You Can Get Without a College Degree
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Not every well-paying job requires a college degree. Here are five you can get with on-the-job training or taking a short course