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The Shoebill Stork: One Freaky and Formidable Bird

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Biochemically like a heron and anatomically similar to a pelican, the shoebill stork has been called "Monsterface" and even "Death Pelican." But wait until you hear the staccato rat-a-tat-tat of its booming machine-gun call.

You Already Use Heuristics Every Day. Here's What They Are

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Heuristics are rule-of-thumb strategies that help us shorten decision-making time and solve problems quickly and effortlessly.

Centrioles: You Can't Divide Cells Without Them

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Centrioles are spindles that create the pathways for chromosomes to follow during cell division.

What Is Micellar Water and Should You Try It?

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This trendy facial product was well-kept secret among the French. But now it's taken the international market by storm. So what in the heck is it?

Is Apple Cider Vinegar the 'Secret' to Weight Loss?

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Does apple cider vinegar help with weight loss? HowStuffWorks looks at the science of apple cider vinegar.

5 Insane Driving Laws You Probably Didn't Know

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What crazy driving laws are on the books in states across the U.S.? HowStuffWorks took a look and found five that were pretty insane.

Are Doppelgangers Real? There's a 1 in a Trillion Chance

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Does everyone have a double out there somewhere that they don't know about? Science says the odds are pretty slim.

How Do Pilots Make Up Time in the Air?

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Your pilot apologizes for your plane leaving late but then assures you she can make up the lost time in the sky. Is she pressing extra-hard on the accelerator or what?

How Airlines Clean Planes So Quickly

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Cleaning an airliner for the next flight is a complex undertaking that must be carried out rapidly. And it's even more important now during the coronavirus pandemic.

Do Porch Lights Really Stop Burglars?

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Many people instinctively turn on a light outside their homes when they're going to be out in hopes of stopping people from breaking in. But interviews with burglars tell a different story about what really deters them.

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