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Hagfish: This Eel-like Slime Machine Is a Predator's Nightmare
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The elusive hagfish is a master at hiding in holes and crevices, but its main defense is its ability to release a noxious, suffocating and sometimes poisonous slime when attacked.
Martha Mitchell: The Woman Who Knew Too Much About Watergate
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They called her crazy. Even drugged her and kidnapped her to keep her silent. But in the end, she was always right.
Democracy vs. Republic: What's the Difference?
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Is the U.S. a democracy or a republic? Or both? And what's the difference, anyway?
What Is Genocide, and Is Russia Committing It in Ukraine?
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U.S. President Joe Biden accused Vladimir Putin of committing genocide in Ukraine. But who really determines whether a genocide is occurring, and how?
What Is a Poison Pill and Will Twitter's Keep Elon Musk at Bay?
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A finance expert explains the anti-takeover tool that Twitter hopes will stop Elon Musk's bid to buy the company.
The IRS Already Has Our Data So Why Do We Still File Taxes?
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At least 30 countries have return-free filing systems, including Denmark, Sweden, Spain and the United Kingdom. Why doesn't the U.S.?
The Venice Biennale Is the 'Olympics of Art'
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The Venice Biennale, the oldest biennial art exhibition in the world, is a showcase of all that is new in the world of art, attracting over 500,000 people during its 7-month run.
Great Escapes! 5 Wild Animals Who Busted Out and Went on the Run
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An orangutan who could unscrew bolts to bust out? A gorilla who climbed the vines out of her enclosure to just roam the zoo? These are wild animals, and these are their wild escape stories.
Tiny Group of Samaritans Still Practice Their Ancient Religion
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The word "Samaritan," might have you thinking of a hospital or the Bible story about the Good Samaritan. But "real" Samaritans still exist in Israel, though their numbers are small.
How to Get Rid of Drain Flies
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You might see them hanging out around your kitchen drain. They're annoying yet tiny - they're drain flies. So how do you get rid of them?