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Why are some people early birds and others are night owls?
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Some people are early birds while others are clearly night owls. But why is that? Learn about the science behind early birds and night owls.
How Tardigrades Work
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No, a tardigrade's not a type of time-traveling police box on "Doctor Who." It's an ancient water bear, of course!
How Does String Cheese Get Stringy?
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String cheese is a super popular snack with kids and adults. HowStuffWorks breaks down the science behind how it gets stringy.
Are we 10 years away from artificial life?
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Artificial life could exist as soon as 10 years from now, according to an Associated Press article published in 2007. Learn about artificial life.
How Bridges Work
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Bridges support tremendous weight, span huge distances and all the while withstand the greatest forces of nature. Find out about these engineering feats (as well as some of the flaws).
How Woolly Mammoths Worked
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Hop in your time machine, set the clock back a few thousand years and meet some woolly wonders. They even have a few things to teach us about the fate of modern elephants.
To Save the Galapagos Islands, We May Need to Modify Rat DNA
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How could altering rat DNA reduce the population on the Galapagos Islands? Learn more about GMO rats in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
Do Big Cats Freak Out Over Laser Pointers Like House Cats?
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Do big cats like to pounce on laser pointers? Learn more about lions, tigers and lasers in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
How did scientists find soft tissue in dinosaur fossils?
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How did scientists find soft tissue in dinosaur fossils? It shouldn't be possible. Learn how did scientists find soft tissue in dinosaur fossils.
How 17 Equals 49.6: The Amazing Multiplying Women
People consistently overestimate the female presence - in film, in the workplace, even on HowStuffWorks podcasts. Learn more at HowStuffWorks Now.