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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.
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.
What's the Difference Between a Brown Bear and a Black Bear?
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Yes, the obvious fur color seems like a dead giveaway, but you can't always judge a bear by the color of its fur.
Does Everyone Have the Ability to Become a Genius?
Sudden savant syndrome can make you a math whiz or musical prodigy overnight. HowStuffWorks talked to an expert to find out how it happens.
Do We Actually Swallow Spiders in Our Sleep?
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Worried about creepy-crawlies entering your mouth while you sleep? Relax, spiders have no interest in being eaten. In fact, there's no record of anyone swallowing a spider while sleeping.
What Is a Mandala? (No, Not Nelson. That's Mandela)
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HowStuffWorks looks at the circular design of the mandala and its use in many religions and cultures, and why you don't have to be an artist to start making one right now.
What Would a Yellowstone Eruption Mean for North America?
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Welcome to Yellowstone, a natural wonderland that's home to stunning vistas, vibrant plant and animal life ... and a massive and potentially devastating supervolcano.
Nyx: Goddess of the Night and Daughter of Chaos
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She's been described as a chariot-riding queen of night and the mother of death, deceit and dreams. Who was this mist-shrouded figure that even the gods feared?
Crinkle Crankle: The Serpentine Wall With a Funny Name
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Crinkle crankle walls undulate, mimicking the shape of a snake's slither. But what's the purpose of these wavy walls?
20 Most Common Surnames in the U.S. (and What They Mean)
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Ever wonder what your last name says about your family's story? Turns out, some of the most common surnames in the U.S. reveal more than just ancestry; they hint at migration patterns, occupations and cultural influence across generations.