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Alligator Snapping Turtles Lure Prey With Wriggling Worm-like Tongue Appendage

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The prehistoric-looking alligator snapping turtle is the largest freshwater turtle in North America and has a bite that, it's said, can snap a wooden broom handle in half.

What's the Difference Between a Windmill and a Wind Turbine?

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Windmills and wind turbines work on the same core principle to convert wind into energy, but one creates mechanical energy while the other creates electricity. Here's how they work.

5 U.S. Presidents and Their Beloved Cars

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One super-cool perk to being POTUS? You get to be driven around in the heavily armored presidential limousine. One downside? You have to hand over your car keys - for life.

Scary Prehistoric 'Hell Pigs' Once Roamed the Earth

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These super-frightening entelodonts (aka hell pigs) once patrolled throughout Eurasia, North America and Africa.

When Is It OK to Leave Kids Unequal Inheritance?

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Hurt feelings are likely to result but experts say there are times when you should leave more money to one child in your will. Just don't keep everyone in the dark about it.

How Do We Find Things in the Blackness of Space?

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How are the exact positions of objects in space tracked? HowStuffWorks checks out the science of mapping in space.

How Do Animals Survive Major Storms?

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Miraculously many animals are able to ride out some of Mother Nature's most powerful storms. HowStuffWorks looks at just how they do it.

How a Lone Sculptor Gave New Faces to Injured Soldiers of WWI

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Anna Coleman Ladd made masks for soldiers badly injured in WWI. HowStuffWorks looks at how this heroic woman's work changed lives.

Communication Skills for Lifelong Relationships

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Communication skills help lead to a lifelong relationship. Learn about communication skills for a lifelong relationship at Discovery Health.

How to Moisturize When You've Got a Sunburn

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Moisturizing skin when you've got a sunburn reduces pain and speeds up recovery. Learn how to moisturize when you've got a sunburn at HowStuffWorks.

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