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How Megalodon Worked

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The megalodon was born as big as an adult great white and grew to weigh as much as 7 Tyrannosaurus rex. Learn all about the megalodon.

Hunting for Martians in the Most Extreme Desert on Earth

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Life-hunting rovers are going to Mars in 2020. HowStuffWorks tracks their adventures on Earth and wonders what the Martian life will be named, if found.

10 Worst Ways History Has Repeated Itself

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As they say, if we don't learn from history, we're doomed to repeat it. And as these 10 historical events prove, humans seem to be more prone to repeating than learning.

The Richest Countries in Africa, Based on GDP

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Western nations often think of the entire African continent as poor, thanks, in large part, to the legacies of the transatlantic slave trade and European colonialism. The truth is, many African countries were wealthy before colonization.

Florida Shark Attacks: Where Bright Colors and Bait Collide

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When you think of Florida, you probably imagine sandy beaches, warm surf and maybe a dolphin or two gliding by. Or, you might be thinking about Florida shark attacks — which, while rare, tend to feed a few headlines every year.

Snake Island Has Approximately 1 Snake per Square Meter

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Snake Island, also known as Ilha da Queimada Grande, is one of the most intriguing and dangerous places on Earth. Located off the coast of Brazil, this island is home to some of the most venomous snakes in the world.

Red Pandas Are Not the Lesser Pandas

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Unfortunately, only 10,000 red pandas are left in the wild. HowStuffWorks looks at what makes them so adorable, and what's threatening their habitats.

How Will We Colonize Other Planets?

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We've been cruising to and from the International Space Station since 2000. Isn't it about time we started moving on to other space destinations and establishing human outposts?

20 Animals That Start With 'I': From Irish Setters to Ivory Gulls

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There is a fascinating world of animals that start with "I." Some animal names are likely more familiar, like the mighty Indian elephant, while others are a little more obscure — looking at you, Iriomote cat.

Can You Identify the World Capital When Only Shown One Photo of It? Most Fail!

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The Eiffel Tower not only represents Paris, but the symbol of the country globally. A symbol which embodies the city of love and a country that not only produces fragrant cheeses but also performed the world's first artificial heart transplant and face transplant. But you already know that! So see how many other world capitals you can recognize!

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