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There's a River Full of Monkeys in Florida — And Not in a Theme Park
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In Silver Springs State Park, Florida, there's a colony of rhesus macaques living in the wild. HowStuffWorks discovers how they got there.
10 Reasons College Costs So Much
People often complain about the high price of college today. Here are 10 reasons why college costs so much from HowStuffWorks.
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).
Does my teen need a babysitter?
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Does my teen need a babysitter? Learn whether your teen needs a babysitter from this article.
Ethylene Oxide Is a Carcinogen You Need to Know About
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The EPA deemed ethylene oxide a carcinogen in 2016, yet many cities across the U.S. are being polluted with the invisible gas. HowStuffWorks explains.
The 10 Most Counterfeited Products in The World
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We've all seen counterfeit products sold at street vendors and open air markets. Whether it is fake designer purses, sunglasses or pirated movies, counterfeit products abound. However, the global trade in counterfeit products seems to be escalating in today's globalized world. The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) recently issued a study that estimates [...] The post The 10 Most Counterfeited Products in The World appeared first on Goliath.
Epidemiologists Are the 'Disease Detectives' Protecting Public Health
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Who do you call when there's a new disease outbreak? An epidemiologist. These disease detectives investigate the who, what, why, when and where of epidemics worldwide.
What Is the Oldest Country in the World? Depends on Your Criteria
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With constantly changing borders and governments, identifying the oldest countries in the world is tricky work.
Can Humans Catch 'Zombie Deer Disease'?
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Deer in many states have a brain-wasting disease that gives them zombielike symptoms. HowStuffWorks looks at the danger to humans.
Elephants Are Terrified of ... Honeybees?
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Are elephants really afraid of honeybees? HowStuffWorks wants to know.