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14 Hardest College Majors With the Highest Attrition Rates

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Some college majors are years of all-nighters in disguise. The hardest college majors often demand a cocktail of grit, gray matter, and an unshakable love for complexity. Whether you're wrangling multivariable calculus or spending entire weekends on lab reports, these fields are not for the faint of heart.

What is nanotechnology?

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Nanotechnology is one of the hot buzzwords of the 21st century. Learn what is technology and some of the applications for nanotechnology.

Are You a Superhero, an Anti-Hero or a Supervillain?

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Comic books aren't black and white stories of good versus evil anymore. They're complex stories about fully developed characters. Of the three major archetypes, which are you, a superhero, anti-hero or supervillain? Take this quiz and find out!

Each Year Spiders Eat Millions of Tons of Food More Than Humans

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Spiders not only eat more meat than humans every year, they also spend a lot of time getting eaten themselves.

What's the best way to find a four-leaf clover?

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Trying to find a four-leaf clover? Increase your odds of finding a lucky four-leaf clover with these tips.

The Ultimate Roller Coaster Quiz

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Few thrills in life rival the sheer adrenaline rush of a roller coaster ride. If you're not getting on one now, make do with the ultimate roller-coaster quiz instead.

What if there were no sharks?

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We may be fascinated by sharks, but they can cause trouble for other species. Learn what Earth would be like if there were no sharks at HowStuffWorks.

Top 10 Democratic Countries, According to the Democracy Index

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Democracy may be a familiar concept, but what makes a country truly democratic? According to the Democracy Index, compiled by the Economist Intelligence Unit, the answer lies in more than just free and fair elections. It includes civil liberties, political participation, and the functioning of government.

10 Myths About Video Games

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There are several myths about video games -- do you know what is true? See our list of 10 myths about video games and learn more.

How the Papacy Works

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Given Pope Francis's recent health challenges, discussions regarding potential successors have emerged within the Catholic community.

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