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Why Is a Town in Brazil Celebrating the U.S. Confederacy?

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The podcast Part-Time Genius asks which places exemplify American cultures outside the U.S. - and how America acquired its overseas territories.

The Surprising Reason Why Vanilla Is So Expensive

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Vanilla is probably the most popular flavoring out there, but most of what we consume is the imitation variety as the real extract is so pricey.

Have invasive species caused any extinctions?

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Introducing a new species into an ecosystem can have unforeseen and disastrous consequences for the species that already live there.

How Many Countries Are There in the World?

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It's a big old world and the number of countries it contains changes all the time. So, do you know how many there are? It's not an easy question.

The Most Dangerous Volcano in the World (and 9 Scary Others)

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Volcanoes are some of Earth’s most awe-inspiring features — but also among its deadliest. When asking which is the most dangerous volcano in the world, scientists consider not just eruption history but also population density, eruption style and potential global effects.

White Spotted Jellyfish: Cute Until They Become Invasive

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You’ve probably seen them in aquarium tanks or floating just offshore—those milky, gelatinous blobs with polka dots and long, frilly arms. Meet the white spotted jellyfish (Phyllorhiza punctata), a tropical jellyfish invader that's turning up far from home.

Ultimate Guide to the Wairarapa Wine Region

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The Wairarapa wine region is among New Zealand's best. Learn all about the Wairarapa wine region at HowStuffWorks.

10 Small Trees

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Small trees that can fit perfectly in any space because of their size. Check out these 10 small trees and learn what will fit best in your yard.

How the V8 Supercars Championship Series Works

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The V8 Supercars Championship Series is one of the hottest motorsports to come around since NASCAR. Read about V8 Supercar races at HowStuffWorks.

A Short History of Napoleon, the Ambitious, Charismatic Emperor of France

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Statesman, military leader and Emperor of France, Napoleon Bonaparte was one of the most fascinating characters in European history and his height was the least of it.

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