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Kristin Smart: A Tragic Disappearance With No Clear Conclusion
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The disappearance of Kristin Smart in 1996 shook San Luis Obispo County to its core. It was a case that stretched over two decades — and even today, after a popular true-crime podcast, a high-profile case that ended in a murder conviction, questions remain about what exactly happened.
Climate Change Threatens the Moai of Easter Island
The statues of Easter Island have stood for over 800 years. See how climate change and rising seas are affecting them with HowStuffWorks.
Corporal Punishment Continues in U.S. Schools, Despite Its Ineffectiveness
In the 2013-14 school year, 109,000 students faced corporal punishment. Learn about the use of spankings as discipline in school at HowStuffWorks Now.
What 'An Inconvenient Truth' Got Right (And Wrong) About Climate Change
Now that its sequel is out, where did Al Gore's landmark environmental documentary hit the mark? What did it get wrong?
Some Space Junk Fell Through Your Roof. Who'll Pay to Fix That?
Space isn't so far away, and falling junk can cause personal and property damage. What to do? The risk and remedies aren't completely clear.
What's the Point of Car Alarms If Nobody Calls the Cops?
Which types of cars warrant purchasing a car alarm? It's not necessarily the fancy ones. HowStuffWorks explains.
Synchronous Fireflies Will Perform Spring Smoky Mountain Light Show
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Every year, synchronized fireflies light up in one, huge choreographed courtship display in a few spots around the world.
NFL Mascots Quiz
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These wacky characters prowl the sidelines during pro football games. How much do you know about NFL mascots? Take this quiz to find out.
How 17 Equals 49.6: The Amazing Multiplying Women
People consistently overestimate the female presence - in film, in the workplace, even on HowStuffWorks podcasts. Learn more at HowStuffWorks Now.
Alligator Snapping Turtles Lure Prey With Wriggling Worm-like Tongue Appendage
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The prehistoric-looking alligator snapping turtle is the largest freshwater turtle in North America and has a bite that, it's said, can snap a wooden broom handle in half.