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The Australian Funnel Web Spider Loves Rotting Logs
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Let's talk about the funnel web spider, one of the most notorious arachnids in the world. Known for their fast-acting venom, funnel web spiders are both fascinating and intimidating.
Bandicoots Survived Eons of Changing Climates, But This Time It's Different
New findings about ancient, extinct Australasian bandicoot and bilby species underscore how dire things are today when even survivors like these are struggling.
Prehistoric Turtle Had a Toothless Beak But No Shell
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A 220 million-year-old turtle fossil discovered in China is the first of its kind ever to be found. HowStuffWorks looks at the rare fossil discovery.
Great-great-Grandma's Swimsuit Was a Hot Mess
Swimsuits have undergone a tremendous overhaul over the last century or so. Dive into the history of swimsuits with the Dressed podcast.
Is there a biological reason to eat three meals a day?
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Is there a biological reason to eat three meals a day, or is it a societal construct? Find out at HowStuffWorks.
Are cars designed to fail at a certain point?
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No one wants a car designed to fail, but car makers are full of tricks to make you yearn for a new car. Discover how cars are designed to fail.
Do fuel additives really do anything?
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Do fuel additives do anything, or are the claims on the bottle just clever advertising? It might depend on your car. Learn more about fuel additives.
Who Were the First People to Brew Beer?
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Beer is one of the world's oldest beverages. How did people discover beer? Find out at HowStuffWorks.
How Many Past Lives Have You Had?
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Do you constantly have nostalgic pangs in places you've never been? Is deja vu so common that you're sure you've done this all before? Maybe each experience feels fresh and new! Find out how many lives you've lived by taking this quiz.
Can't Make This Stuff Up: The True Crime Quiz
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True crime is often stranger than fiction. How much do you know about some of the strangest and most notorious criminals out there like Ted Bundy, Jack the Ripper and the Night Stalker?