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Arrival of European Breeds Wiped Out Native American Dogs
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Ancient American dogs were almost completely wiped out when the Europeans arrived. HowStuffWorks looks at the lasting legacy they did leave behind.
How Sherpas Work
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Sherpas live among the peaks of Mount Everest. Find out how Sherpas came to this land and about their way of life.
12 Big Cases of Revenge
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The concept of revenge predates legal history. But sometimes the need for vengeance can kick into overdrive - as in these 12 infamous acts of revenge.
The Biggest Bear Stands 5 Feet Tall on All Fours (Not Even on Its Hind Legs)
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Polar bears are one of the largest mammals on land; only the African elephant can tower over the polar bear in this corner of the animal kingdom. But how do you measure the biggest bear? By height or by weight?
Which Was It: Toyota, Chevy, Dodge, or Ford?
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Don't swerve out of control when you come face to face with these challenging questions! If you consider yourself an expert gearhead, then this quiz should be no problem for you. Get ready to switch gears and show us what you've got!
10 Venomous Creatures in Your Backyard
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You don't have to live in some exotic, tropical environment to find a venomous critter. They live all over the world, and some may be closer than you think.
This Venomous Snakes Identification Quiz Is Really Hard, So We'll Be Impressed if You Even Get 4 Right
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Knowing sequences of colors and patterns can help you identify these venomous snakes from an image. Your life may depend on it!
Can You Name All 40 of These Animals?
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Let's forget about the domestic dog breeds and house cats of the world, and check out what the animal kingdom has to offer. Will you be able to identify all 40 of these interesting creatures, or will you have to look them up?
How Polyphasic Sleep Works
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Polyphasic sleep consists of a bunch of naps throughout the day. Could you trade a continuous stretch for polyphasic sleep?
What's a food desert?
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A food desert is a geographic area where grocery stores are scarce or missing. Learn about food insecurity and why it's hard to define a food desert.