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How in the World Does a Waterfall Freeze?

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It might seem that the constant rushing of water over a falls would keep it from freezing, but that isn't always the case. Check out the science behind the phenomenon of the frozen waterfall.

The Ultimate True Crime Quiz

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Sometimes real-life crimes are weirder and wilder than any fictional evil. How much do you know about these true crimes?

The Pufferfish Really Isn't Happy to See You

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You've probably seen pufferfish on TV or at your local aquarium, puffing up like a balloon when they're startled. But there's way more to pufferfish than their signature defense mechanism. They're a diverse group of species with some truly unique traits.

Bronze Age Wonders Emerge After 3,000 Years Beneath a British Bog

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Archaeological finds at England's Must Farm are incredible. Learn more about the items found at Must Farm in this HowStuffWorks Now article.

The Ancient Mayfly Briefly Lives Only to Reproduce and Die 

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Mayflies have the shortest adult life span of any animal, but swarms of them can still be seen on weather radar.

What's the Difference Between a Dugong and a Manatee?

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Their mamas may be the only ones who can tell them apart, but there are major differences between these cousins, one being the type of water in which they can survive.

Why Flash Floods Are So Dangerous

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Both dry and over-saturated soil can contribute to flash flooding. Can anything be done to prevent them from becoming catastrophic?

Your First Kiss Experience

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Your first kiss experience is likely to be a memorable one. Learn about your first kiss experience at HowStuffWorks.

How the Shamrock Shake Became McDonald's Mintiest Legend

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The Shamrock Shake is back at McDonald's. We're breaking down all the quirks that make it so legendary.

The Water Frame: Revolutionizing Textiles in the Industrial Age

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The water frame was a revolutionary textile machine that mechanized spinning, transforming the cotton industry and driving industrialization.

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