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Serpent Mound, Ohio: Inside the Archaeological Mystery
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The curves of the Serpent Mound, Ohio state's massive and mysterious geological wonder, line up with the sun during equinoxes and solstices.
Top 10 Space Conspiracy Theories
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Space conspiracy theories feature hoaxes, government cover-ups and intelligent aliens. Check out our list of the top 10 space conspiracy theories.
The Mars Quiz
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Mars: There's been a lot of misinformation and myth-making about our nearest neighbor in the Solar System. Can you sort out the truth from the sci-fi? Try it now with our quiz!
How Time Works
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Ever wonder why we start our year on the first of January? Or why we have January and the other 11 months in the first place? Find out all about time.
Surprise! The Big Dipper Is an Asterism, Not a Constellation
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The Big Dipper is one of those star groupings everyone seems familiar with, but how much do you really know about it?
Will Black Soldier Fly Maggots Save Humanity?
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Black soldier fly larvae are useful in myriad ways that just might feed the world and save humanity. HowStuffWorks looks at these amazing creatures.
Why Do We Have Leap Years?
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Leap years only come around once every four years. So, why are they so rare and who decided we need them anyway?
Humanity's Eclipse Superstitions Are Weird and Fascinating
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What superstitions existed in the past about solar eclipses? Do any persist today? Learn about eclipse superstitions in this HowStuffWorks article.
10 Scare-inducing Moments in History
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From serial killers to natural disasters, many events in our history have stoked fear among the masses. Here are 10 fear-stoking moments.
How Ramadan Works
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In Islam, Ramadan is the holiest time of the year. For a month, Muslims fast during daylight hours to show their devotion to Allah. Find out more about Ramadan.