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10 Worst Adaptations in the Animal Kingdom

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Humans can certainly claim some of these, but sloths, giraffes and pandas wanted a piece of the action, too. The hyena adaptation, however, may just blow your mind.

How Knife Throwing Works

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Knife throwing is a performance art and awesome pastime. Learn about the technique and history of knife throwing.

How Soccer Works

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Soccer, or football, is the most popular sport in the world. Learn about soccer, soccer leagues, soccer rules and great soccer players.

How to Give First Aid to Your Dog

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Seeing a dog hurt or in distress can be a helpless feeling for a pet owner. Be prepared by learning first-aid tips to help your dog.

Japanese Kamikazes: Heroic or Horrifying?

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Toward the end of World War II, the Japanese were desperate and turned to the ultimate death squad, suicide bombers. Were these men heroes or horrible war criminals?

How Repo Trucks Work

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Professional repo men use specialized repo trucks that can hookup a car and drive off in about 10 seconds. Find out how repo trucks work in this article.

How to Use an Airless Sprayer

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Discover tips on how to paint interiors using an airless sprayer properly -- and safely -- in this helpful home improvement article.

Off to the New World: The Christopher Columbus Quiz

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Whether you consider him a visionary explorer or a barbaric invader, there's no doubt that Christopher Columbus was a fascinating guy. How much do you know about the explorer and his many voyages? Take this quiz to find out.

St. Francis Is Credited With Creating the First Nativity Scene in 1223

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The earliest biblical descriptions don't mention animals by the manger when Jesus was born. So how did those Nativity scenes evolve into what we know today?

Why Does the Shower Curtain Billow in on Me?

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Has this ever happened to you? You're blissfully showering away when suddenly something slimy grabs your leg. It's the curtain, and it's not letting go.

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