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Bigfoot: The Pacific Northwest's Claim to Cryptid Fame
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Bigfoot, aka Sasquatch, allegedly roams the forests of the Pacific Northwest, yet it has eluded the cryptozoology community for decades.
5 Worst Nuclear Disasters in the World
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Nuclear power plant accidents are rare, but when they happen, there can be lasting effects from the radiation. Here are history's most horrific accidents.
8 Wild and Sprawling Facts About Mongolia
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Mongolia is a country struggling to maintain its nomadic ways while stepping into the modern 21st century world. HowStuffWorks gets to know it.
Can You Name All of These Animals That Start With Vowels?
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There are more animals out there than can be named, so we thought we would start with just the ones that begin with a vowel. Jump into this quiz and see if you can name them as well!
The Most Dangerous Snake in the World Has Competition
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The "most dangerous snake in the world" debate is entrenched in technicalities because there are so many species of dangerous snakes that have evolved with specialized weapons and deadly skills. These predators threaten small prey in the wild, as well as occasional unlucky humans who cross their paths.
Moon Trivia
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We're finally heading back to the moon, and now is your chance to show off your skills. Test your lunar knowledge and see just how much of a moon expert you really are.
The 'Green Book' Was a Lifeline for Black Travelers
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Before the 1964 Civil Rights Act and even after it, the tradition of the "great American road trip" was very different for families of color.
Bobcats Are Back From the Brink (and Possibly in Your Backyard)
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Bobcat populations were down in the 1980s, but restrictions on hunting and trapping have brought them back. HowStuffWorks checks out these cool cats.
Fact or Fiction: Raw Oysters Are Safe to Eat Every Month of the Year
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HowStuffWorks looks at if there's any truth behind the old wive's tale that you can't eat oysters in months without the letter 'R.'
Why Is the Tropic of Capricorn Important?
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You've probably heard of the Tropics of Capricorn and Cancer, but do you know the difference?