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Can You Identify These Mountain Animals?
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Mountains cover around 20% of the Earth's surface, and there's a whole lot more life way up there than a few dozen humans seeking climbing glory. Take our quiz to see how many of these mountain-dwelling critters you can name!
The Unknown Effects of Caramel Coloring
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The caramel coloring prevalent in sodas may cause hypertension more than the caffeine. Learn about the possible hazards of caramel coloring.
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.
10 Fastest Things in the Universe
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We're about to power through some of the speediest stuff this universe - both in the real world and in fiction - has to offer.
How Earthquake-resistant Buildings Work
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Sometimes it seems as though Earth has been hitting the caffeine a little too hard, with all the shakes from earthquakes. So, how do structures stand strong amid all those quakes?
How Motivational Speakers Work
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HowStuffWorks takes a look at what makes motivational speakers so powerful and why millions flock to hear them speak every year.
How Does Kindle Work? What to Know in 2024
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Amazon Kindle is the first e-book reader to allow users to download new books directly to the machine itself. Learn more about the Amazon Kindle.
How Noise-canceling Headphones Work
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Noise-canceling headphones are designed to maximize your listening experience. Learn how noise-canceling headphones keep ambient noise out without sacrificing your music's sound quality.
10 Ways You Can Tell If a Girl Likes You
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There are ways you can tell if a girl likes you. Visit Discovery Health to find 5 ways you can tell if a girl likes you.
How Dragons Work
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Dragons have captured imaginations -- and their fair share of maidens -- across the globe. But are they more than mythological?