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The Largest Desert in the World Isn't the Sahara

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If you think the largest desert in the world is hot and sandy, think again. These 10 deserts spanning the globe are massive, but they're not all sunbaked.

How Ecofeminism Works

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Ecofeminism is a social movement that combines elements of feminism with ecology. Learn about ecofeminism and famous ecofeminists.

The Best Turquoise Is More Valuable Than Diamonds

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Cultures all over the world have treasured turquoise for its color and rarity for thousands of years - from Native American jewelry and Aztec and Mesoamerican art to King Tutankhamun's death mask.

Can You Name the Country From Its National Dish?

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The average foodie knows where pizza, sushi, tacos and crepes come from, but the worldly foodie can tell you where fondue, poutine, goulash and sauteed reindeer come from. Where do you stack up? Put your skills to the test and try to match these national dishes to their countries.

Pet Pictures

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There are many types of animals that make for good pets. Check out these pet pictures at HowStuffWorks.

Is the Mystery of Namibia's Fairy Circles Finally Solved?

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In the Namib Desert, fairy circles have stumped researchers for decades. Where did they come from? One scientist thinks he's solved the mystery.

How Fiber-to-the-home Broadband Works

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Fiber-to-the-home broadband connections promise the next generation in connectivity to consumers. Learn more about ftth broadband connections at HowStuffWorks.

Is It a Pig? A Hog? No, It's a Javelina

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Also known as a 'skunk pig,' the javelina's good looks may be in the eye of the beholder, but there's more to this beauty than meets the eye.

Rambutan Is the 'Hairier' Cousin of the Lychee Fruit

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Its name is a derivative of a Mayan word for "hair" and by the looks of it you can see why. But how do you eat a rambutan and what does it taste like?

Inside Unit 731, Japan's Gruesome WWII Human Experiment Program

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Unit 731 was a covert biological warfare research unit of the Imperial Japanese Army during WWII. Some of the most heinous war crimes ever were committed there. Why is it still so shrouded in secrecy?

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