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Why Did It Take So Long to 'Discover' Planet Nine?
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A massive planet seems to have been lurking on the edge of our solar system for some time now. Learn more about the Ninth Planet at HowStuffWorks Now.
Is Vantablack Really the Blackest Black?
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Vantablack is one of the darkest substances known, able to absorb up to 99.965 percent of visible light. But is it the blackest of blacks on the planet?
Do employers take online degrees seriously?
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Online degrees are gaining traction as equivalent options to physical classes. Learn if employers take online degrees seriously at HowStuffWorks.
15 Famous Astronauts Who Expanded Our Universe
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Some brave explorers travel across oceans; others blast off into space. This list of famous astronauts celebrates the pioneers of space exploration — those who took "one giant leap" for humankind and expanded our reach beyond Earth.
What's a beer battery?
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A beer battery uses a brewery's waste water to generate electricity. Learn how a beer battery works and about microbial fuel cells.
What Is the Strongest Military in the World?
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Military power isn't distributed evenly across the globe. Some countries have huge armies, air forces and navies, while others have little more than some semi-professional militias.
5 Reasons Commercial Airplanes Crash
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Although it doesn't happen often, large passenger jets crash for many reasons, from mechanical failure to pilot error.
10 Amazing Green Cities
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Sure, the Emerald City looked green, but you won't need green-tinted glasses to see how environmentally friendly the cities on this list are. What makes a city amazingly green?
Goliath Birdeater: A Huge Tarantula That Only Eats Birds Sometimes
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In the dense rainforests of northeastern South America, a giant lurks beneath banana leaves and within deep burrows. Meet the goliath birdeater, the largest tarantula species on Earth. This spider is so big, it can span the size of a dinner plate, making it the undisputed heavyweight of the arachnid world.
How a Nuclear Reactor Works
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Over the years, nuclear reactors have been viewed as both a miracle and a menace. How does a nuclear reactor do its job? And what happens when something goes wrong?