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Why E.O. Wilson Was Called the 'Darwin of the 21st Century'
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Edward Osborne "E.O." Wilson never grew out of his "bug period" as a child and, as a result, became one of the world's foremost experts on the subject of ants.
How Hypnosis Works
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The practice of hypnotism dates back centuries, and there are those who swear by its validity. Whether you're a skeptic or a believer, hypnosis is an interesting phenomenon. Check it out -- and let us know if you start to bark like a dog.
Birth Order Theory: How Sibling Rank Influences Personality and Behavior
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Learn how birth order impacts personality and behavior with insights from the Birth Order Theory. This article explores how being a firstborn, middle child, or youngest influences traits like leadership, creativity, and social dynamics.
Jane Goodall: A Global Face for Global Peace
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In her legendary 60-year career, Jane Goodall has made being an intrepid scientist, environmentalist, writer and teacher look easy.
Are working mothers happier?
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Are working mothers happier? Find out what research suggests about the effects a career can have on a mother's happiness.
Why Do We Yawn?
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What makes us yawn and why does it seem to be contagious? Find the answers to these questions and more about yawning at HowStuffWorks.
Do animals experience happiness?
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Can animals be happy? Do they feel similar joyful emotions as humans? Take a look at research on whether animals can feel happy.
Is the cure for cancer a virus?
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The cure for cancer could come from a very unlikely source, according to some recent research. Learn about using viruses as a cure for cancer.
Does gum really stay in you for seven years?
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Gum is the subject of many urban legends with the largest being that it stays in your stomach for seven years. Find out how long gum stays in your system.
Do a Person's Fingerprints Change After Death?
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Our fingerprints serve to definitively identify us forever, right? But do they? How long do fingerprints remain usable as identification after we are dead?