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Why Jim Thorpe Is Often Considered the Greatest Athlete of All Time
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Jim Thorpe overcame almost insurmountable obstacles, from a rough childhood to racial discrimination, to become one of the world's greatest athletes of all time.
Pareidolia: Why We See Faces in Almost Everything
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We see faces in clouds, on buildings - heck, in grilled cheese sandwiches. But why is that? And how is this a help to our survival?
How to Deep Fry a Turkey
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Deep frying a turkey can be risky business. But HowStuffWorks will show you how to do it right and be rewarded with a succulent and juicy bird.
Deadly 1948 Donora Smog Launched the U.S. Clean Air Movement
A killer smog 70 years ago helped lead to the first federal air pollution laws.
Iterative Evolution: Did the Aldabra Rail Evolve Twice?
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The flightless Aldabra rail only lives on the Aldabra Atoll in Madagascar. But this example of iterative evolution descended from birds that soar.
6 Surprising Benefits of Pregnancy
These six surprising benefits of pregnancy just add to the joy of bringing home the baby. Learn six surprisingly benefits of pregnancy.
What Causes the Tectonic Plates to Move?
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Discover the origins of the continental drift theory and how scientists explain these geologic phenomena.
What's the Difference Between a Samurai and a Ninja?
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Movies often pit dark-robed, masked ninjas against elite samurai warriors. HowStuffWorks looks at how accurate that take is on these two fighters.
Who Really Struck It Rich During the California Gold Rush?
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When you think of the California Gold Rush, you probably think a lot of people made millions off that gold, right? Some did, but it wasn't from panning for it.
Can You Pass This Canadian General Knowledge Quiz?
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The land of snow and maple leaves - sometimes! Canada is a beautiful nation with lots of history and some fun facts. Think you know about the nation and its ways? Take the quiz to find out!