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England Attempts to Clamp Down on Exclamation Points!

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Anyone who has received a text or an email has seen the wild proliferation of the once rarely used exclamation point.

Can I recycle my carpet?

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Around 5 billion pounds of carpet goes to landfills every year. Learn how to recycle carpet to slow this wasteful trend.

How to Become a Hospice Volunteer

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Ever wonder how to become a hospice volunteer? Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about how to become a hospice volunteer.

There Are More Animals That Start With 'X' Than You'd Expect

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Scientists have developed several methods for grouping different members of the animal kingdom by species or unique characteristics. However, there is arguably no better method for learning fun facts than by listing animal names alphabetically. These are just a few animals that start with X.

The Longest Road in the U.S. Passes Through a National Park

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Few things capture the spirit of adventure quite like the vast network of highways stretching across the United States. But have you ever wondered which road takes the crown as the longest?

The 9 Longest Rivers in the World: From the Nile to the Congo

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When it comes to rivers, longest doesn't necessarily mean biggest, and length can be difficult to determine, so the top spot will always be debated.

10 Types of Wasps: Fierce but Not Always Threatening

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Think all wasps are just angry insects looking to ruin your picnic? Think again. There are types of wasps that build nests underground, some that live in solitary splendor and others that are downright helpful to your garden.

The 13 Greatest American Soccer Players Ever

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When it comes to soccer, the United States doesn't have the same storied history as many of the more glamorous footballing nations of Europe or South America. Despite that, they have been slowly clawing their way into relevancy over the last three decades. After failing to qualify for every single World Cup between 1954 and [...] The post The 13 Greatest American Soccer Players Ever appeared first on Goliath.

Bird Pictures

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Did you know that it's the possession of feathers, not the ability to fly, that distinguishes birds from other animals? Check out these bird pictures.

The 12 Deadliest Plants In The World

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Like pretty well all living things, plants are equipped with natural defense mechanisms that help protect them from all the vicious animals out there that might want to eat them. In addition to stinging spikes and thorns, some plants are filled with deadly toxins that can make us violently ill or even kill us if [...] The post The 12 Deadliest Plants In The World appeared first on Goliath.

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