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Calamity Jane Rode Hard, Drank Even Harder and Became a Wild West Legend
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Martha 'Calamity Jane' Canary was a woman trying to make it in a man's world at a time when societal strictures held women tightly bound to norms of femininity.
Why You Need More Lentils in Your Life
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These colorful legumes pack a powerful punch when it comes to nutrition. Plus they're versatile, easy to cook and taste great.
The Greyhound-like Borzoi Can Take Down a Wolf. What Can Your Dog Do?
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A popular companion dog for European royalty for centuries, this elegant breed is still sought after worldwide, though somewhat difficult to find in the U.S.
The Secret South Carolina 'Monkey Farm' That Helped Develop the Polio Vaccine
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A little-known research facility in South Carolina housed thousands of monkeys and was key to developing the polio vaccine.
Hematite, a Shape-shifting Mineral From the Stone Age
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You can find hematite found all over Earth, as well as Mars. The bloodstone the main source of iron and is also used in jewelry and painting.
Why Are Magnetars So Scary?
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A magnetar is a neutron star with a super-strong magnetic field. Astronomers consider them among the scariest objects in the universe, but why?
The Cute Crested Gecko, Once Thought Extinct, Is Now Bred by the Thousands
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These lizards love to climb and can thrive on a diet that doesn't include live insects.
Why Syncing Traffic Lights May Not Reduce Congestion
Ever get red light after red light when you're driving? Often, it's because traffic lights aren't synced to each other. But would doing so really fix traffic problems?
Battle of the Best Sonar: 'Team Dolphin' vs. 'Team Bat'
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Do dolphins or bats have better sonar? That question has led to some playful ribbing among scientists. HowStuffWorks wanted to find out, too.
Moscow's St. Basil's Cathedral in 7 Different Architectural Styles
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St. Basil's Cathedral in Moscow is an architectural oddball, but travel company RealRussia decided to imagine what it would look like in seven more conventional architectural styles.