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All About the Vaquita, the Most Endangered Marine Mammal
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The vaquita is the most endangered marine mammal in the world. Abundance estimates place the total vaquita population at about 10 individuals.
Snake Island Has Approximately 1 Snake per Square Meter
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Snake Island, also known as Ilha da Queimada Grande, is one of the most intriguing and dangerous places on Earth. Located off the coast of Brazil, this island is home to some of the most venomous snakes in the world.
Ridiculous History: The Wild, Wild West Was Really the Mild, Mild West
The Wild West wasn't as violent and 'wild' as it's made out to be in novels and movies. Read this HowStuffWorks article to learn more.
Yes, Wind Can Blow You Away If It's the Right Speed
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We've all seen shots of meteorologists fighting gale-force winds to report on storms. So just how high can the winds get before the reporters are knocked off their feet?
Space Lettuce Is Out of This World Good
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Lettuce has key nutrients that give both astronauts and Earth-dwellers alike a physical and psychological boost. And the lettuce grown in space is no less nutritious than the Earth-bound variety.
Who Insures Race Car Drivers and Their Cars?
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Part of the thrill for spectators in car racing is the wrecks - assuming everyone is OK. But who is left picking up the bill when those expensive cars end up destroyed?
Is It Bad to Drive Without a Gas Cap?
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We've all done it - forgotten to put the gas cap back on after fueling up and then driven off from the gas station. So is it bad for our cars?
Norway's Ridiculously Short Border Fence
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HowStuffWorks looks at the extremely short, extremely ineffective border fence diving Russia and Norway.
Antarctic Prone To 'Ice Quakes' Every Night, Study Finds
Scientists set up two stations to capture this strange seismic activity.
All Aboard for Our Roller Coaster Quiz!
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Take HowStuffWorks' amazing roller coaster quiz to find out what you know about the fastest and longest roller coasters.