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2008 in Pictures
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The year 2008 in pictures includes everything from newsmakers like Robert Mugabe and Michael Phelps to events like the Myanmar cyclone. See 2008 in pictures.
How well do you remember Home Alone 2, ya filthy animal?
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"Home Alone 2: Lost in New York" is the 1992 sequel to the Christmas comedy "Home Alone". Although not quite as successful as the first one, this movie was also a huge success and so sealed Macaulay Culkin's place in Hollywood fame. Take our quiz to see if you know as much as you think you do about "Home Alone 2!"
How to Tell When Your Kid Is Ready to Drive Alone
It used to be a rite of passage in America: turn 16 and get your driver's license. But the number of teen drivers has decreased as license requirements have gotten stricter. If your teen passes them, does that mean he or she is ready to drive solo?
Saw-scaled Viper: Opportunistic, Fast and Highly Venomous
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The Indian saw-scaled viper (Echis carinatus) is one of the most infamous and dangerous Indian snakes. These venomous snakes are known for their speed, aggression and powerful venom, which makes them one of the deadliest snakes to humans.
Why would there be no more fish in 40 years?
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According to a study published in Friday's issue of the journal Science, there will be no seafood left to catch by 2048. Learn more about seafood at HowStuffWorks.
Are Whales Mammals? Yes, and They're Related to Hippos
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If you've ever wondered, "Are whales mammals?" the answer is a resounding yes. Despite their fish-like appearance, whales belong to the order Cetacea and share many features with other mammals. From breathing air to nursing their young, these marine giants check every mammalian box.
Mary River Turtle Is Last of Ancient Lineage
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The Mary River turtle is one strange looking fellow. Get to know him and how he's connected to the dinosaurs at HowStuffWorks.
Ferret vs. Weasel: Which Is a Pet and Which Is Wild?
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They may look alike with their long, slender bodies and darting movements, but the ferret vs. weasel comparison reveals key differences in species, behavior, and domestication. These cousins belong to the family Mustelidae, which also includes otters, stoats, and minks.
7 of the Largest Crocodiles Ever Measured
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One of the largest crocodiles ever was so big that one website called the species "bus-sized."
10 Starfish Species You've Probably Never Seen Before
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What lives in water, has no gills, scales or fins and is not a fish? Yep, a starfish - which is why marine biologists have renamed these creatures sea stars.