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What the Stuff?!: 5 Famous People Buried In Unmarked Graves
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Why would famous actors, historical figures or technological pioneers be buried in an unmarked grave?
Do Japanese monkeys season their food?
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Japanese monkeys seasoning food might sound odd, but some use saltwater for taste. Learn how researchers discovered Japanese monkeys seasoning food.
Amethystine Python: Australia's Largest Native Snake
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The highly adaptable amethystine python is a nocturnal predator that's able to make itself at home in tropical rainforest, mountains and other landscapes.
25 Animals That Start With 'N'
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With over 1.5 million different species living on our planet, there is no shortage of interesting ways to categorize them into groups. Most of the unique creatures on the following list are not closely related, except for the fact they are all animals that start with "n."
Venice Isn't Alone: 7 Sinking Cities Around the World
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Subsidence, or the decline in the elevation of land surface, is creating a problem for some coastal cities as sea levels rise.
If Only 'Lost' Were Real -- Wait, Is It?
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For those of you who don't know, the action-soap drama wrapped up its second season earlier this week. During commercial breaks over the past few episodes, ABC has run advertisements for the Hanso Foundation, a fictional organization tied to the show's plotline...or is it?
The Ultimate World's Greatest Roller Coasters Quiz
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For thrill seekers a roller coaster may be the ultimate in fun. The designers of roller coasters are constantly pushing the thrill envelope. Take this quiz to learn more about the world's greatest roller coasters.
Hawaii Proposes Ban on Certain Sunscreens to Save Coral Reefs
Scientists have found that chemicals in some sunscreens can cause coral bleaching, prompting the Hawaii state legislature to propose an exhaustive ban on them.
6 Most Futuristic Cities Powered by Renewable Energy
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As urban populations grow, some cities are redefining what it means to live in the future. The most futuristic cities are more than just skylines; they're powered by renewable energy, connected through IoT technology, and built around sustainability.
A Portrait of John F. Kennedy, America's Youngest President
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John F. Kennedy was the youngest man elected president of the United States and fourth killed in office. HowStuffWorks looks at JFK's life and death.