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Could you run a TV network from your home?

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If you want to run a little TV network from home, it can be done -- well, sort of.

Shhh! Don't Tell. There's a Secret Apartment Atop the Eiffel Tower

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The Eiffel Tower in Paris is topped by a secret apartment. HowStuffWorks takes a ride to the top.

Can a Waterspout Turn Into a Tornado?

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Have you ever watched a waterspout move over the ocean or a lake from what you thought was a safe distance? Don't get too comfortable next time. Waterspouts and tornadoes are closely related.

Why Is AAPI Heritage Month Celebrated in May?

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AAPI Month commemorates two important dates in Asian American history, but it wouldn't have become a reality without the efforts of one determined woman with some Congressional backing.

Why Do We Call It a Piggyback Ride?

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It's a strange phrase when you think about it, as people don't normally ride pigs. So where did it come from?

Are Banana Spiders Harmless? Depends on Which You See

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Is the "banana spider" you're looking at the one that sits around harmlessly catching flies, or could its bite kill a small child? If we rely solely on common names, this question is complicated.

The 3 Types of Ducks Every Birdwatcher Should Know

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There are three types of ducks: dabbling, diving and perching. Wild ducks are classified based on their habitat and behavior.

We Know Far Less About Sharks Than You Might Think

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What are the big questions in shark research? Learn more about what we don't know about sharks in this HowStuffWorks Now article.

10 Types of Lions (Including 4 Extinct Species)

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Lions, one of the most iconic big cats in the animal kingdom, belong to the species Panthera leo, but not all lions are the same. There are several recognized subspecies, each adapted to a specific region and environmental conditions.

How Far Is Russia From Alaska?

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Sarah Palin never really said she could see Russia from her house. But how far is Russia from Alaska anyway? And can you see one country from the other?

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