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Is there really a 'calm before the storm'?

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Is there really a "calm before the storm"? Learn why it can feel eerily calm before the storm and what causes that calm before the storm.

12 Most Liberal Countries (Only 3 Aren't in Europe)

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Some countries lean so far into liberal values that it shapes everything from healthcare to who gets a say in government. When we talk about the most liberal countries, we're talking about places where civil liberties, social progress, and personal freedoms aren't just ideals: They're built into daily life.

The Driest Place on Earth: Chile's Atacama Desert

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The Atacama Desert, situated in northern Chile, is not just any ordinary arid region. Spanning over 600 miles (965 km) along the Pacific Coast of South America, it is one of the most extreme landscapes on the planet. Thanks to certain oceanic conditions, there are areas that have received zero rainfall throughout recorded history, making the Atacama Desert the driest place on Earth.

Robot Umps Will be Calling Pitches at Future MLB Games

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Sorry to disappoint, but they won't be C-3PO's in dark slacks and chest protectors behind home plate. But 'robots' could be the future of calling balls and strikes.

10 Colorful Fish to Brighten Up Your Aquarium

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Some of the most dazzling creatures in nature live underwater. When it comes to aquariums, the colorful fish we choose can light up a tank like a living lava lamp.

15 of the Worst Hurricanes in U.S. History

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Unearth the Worst Hurricanes in US History: Catastrophic storms that shaped landscapes, impacted communities, and left indelible marks on the nation.

Where Did the NATO Phonetic Alphabet Come From?

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You've surely heard it in the movies even if you've never used it. So who came up with the phonetic alphabet and why is it used?

The Richest Countries in Africa, Based on GDP

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Western nations often think of the entire African continent as poor, thanks, in large part, to the legacies of the transatlantic slave trade and European colonialism. The truth is, many African countries were wealthy before colonization.

5 Reasons Concert Tickets Are So Expensive

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Why do musicians charge so much for live shows these days? HowStuffWorks talked to industry experts and got some answers.

8 of the Scariest Animals for Pure Nightmare Fuel

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Scariness is subjective, both overall and in the animal kingdom: Some people are terrified of spiders, others are afraid of rabbits. However, certain features can make an animal look more threatening, such as a huge mouth, sharp teeth or enormous size.

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