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Nazaré's 80-foot Waves Intimidate Even Pro Big-Wave Surfers
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According to Guinness World Records, the waves in Nazaré, Portugal, are the biggest ever surfed. Scientists attribute the massive waves to an underwater canyon, but how does it work?
Blue Crab: A Savory Beauty and Maryland Staple
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The blue crab is one of the most recognizable crustaceans in the coastal waters of the Atlantic and Gulf coasts. Found in the Chesapeake Bay, the blue crab plays a crucial role in marine science and fisheries.
Monkfish May Be Ugly, But They Sure Taste Delicious
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If you think monkfish looks a bit like a monster, we're right there with you. But there's also a reason this fish is known as the poor man's lobster. It tastes pretty frickin' delicious.
The Truth Behind the Most Bizarre Titanic Conspiracies
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There's no question the Titanic sank, but could it have been intentional? Some conspiracy theorists think so.
Do You Know the Meaning of These Common Acronyms?
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Life is short! One way that people try to save time is by using acronyms. But acronyms don't help very much if you don't understand what they stand for. So test your knowledge of them now with our quiz!
What is the Book of Icelanders?
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Remote Iceland is lacking in genetic diversity, so it has a book to help residents find love. Learn all about the Book of Icelanders at HowStuffWorks.
The Least Populated Country (and 7 Tiny Runners-up)
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Not every country is bursting at the seams. While the world’s population continues to climb, some nations remain remarkably small in terms of people.
How Whaling Works
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Whaling has been practiced for several centuries. Learn about whaling, and find out what is being done to stop whaling.
Poisonous Death Cap Mushroom Spreads Over North America
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Amanita phalloides is non-native to the North American continent, introduced to California from Europe, and rapidly spreading.
The Blue Whale Is One of the Loudest Animals on Earth
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Blue whales are the largest animals in the world. Despite their large size, blue whales manage to be fairly elusive, so there's a lot about them we don't know yet.