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How Some Cities Prepare to Withstand Climate Change
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Rising sea levels, increased flood and extreme heat are all signs of climate change. Cities are trying some innovate strategies to cope with and mitigate these events.
Deciphering the History, Symbols and Sounds of Egyptian Hieroglyphics
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About 25 symbols in the Egyptian hieroglyphic 'alphabet' denote specific sounds. But very few words were written purely alphabetically.
What's the Difference Between a Duke and an Earl?
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They both sound prestigious, but one ranks higher than the other. So, which is it and how do you get your hands on one of these British titles, anyway?
Why Italian Is the International Language of Coffee
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Espresso, latte, macchiato. The coffee bean didn't originate in Italy, so why do so many coffee drinks have Italian names?
Why Arkansas Is Never Pronounced 'Ar-Kansas'
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Apparently, Kansas is the state whose name is mispronounced.
Did the Colossi of Memnon used to sing at sunrise?
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Singing monuments sounds like the premise of an enchanted Broadway musical -- or a scene straight out of "A Night at the Museum." So did the Colossi of Memnon actually sing at one time? And if so, why don't they sing anymore? Stage fright?
How Humans Have Made a Mess of Mink
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The wars between American and European mink species and humans quietly rage worldwide. HowStuffWorks takes a look.
The Slithering Serpent and 6 Other Secrets of Chichén Itzá
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The archeological site Chichén Itzá is one of Mexico's most popular tourist draws. Here are some things you may not know about this wonder.
What Was the First Photo Ever Taken?
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Joseph Nicéphore Niépce is responsible for the first photo ever taken. Almost lost to time, the image used a process called heliography.
Power Loom: An Essential Industrial Revolution Invention
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The power loom was one of the most significant inventions of the Industrial Revolution. Learn more about the mechanized device that transformed the textile industry.