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When College-bound Kids Have Their Acceptances Revoked
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Every year, colleges revoke about 1 percent to 2 percent of their admission offers. Learn more at HowStuffWorks Now.
What 'An Inconvenient Truth' Got Right (And Wrong) About Climate Change
Now that its sequel is out, where did Al Gore's landmark environmental documentary hit the mark? What did it get wrong?
Why the U.S. Cares So Much About Corn ... Is Complicated
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Corn is king when it comes to U.S. crops. But should it be? The answer is complex, but HowStuffWorks digs in to find the answer.
How Has Interracial Marriage Been Treated Around the World?
What's the state of interracial marriage in the United States and around the world? Learn more in this HowStuffWorks article.
The Human Brain Is Hardwired for Poetry
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Research suggests the human brain is wired to distinguish the rhyme and rhythm of verse from ordinary prose, and to react to literary contemplation.
Could Our Spacecraft Accidentally Ignite an Alien World's Entire Atmosphere?
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Outer planets in our solar system have atmospheres made up of flammable chemicals that can cause explosions on Earth. Could a rocketship, or electric spark, ignite them?
Why Do British Lawyers Still Wear Wigs?
In the late 17th century, wearing wigs became a common practice in law. But why has it endured for so long?
How Do Tardigrades Reproduce? Several Ways, It Turns Out
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The toughest animal in the world has just released its first sex tape, and as with all things water bear, things get pretty freaky.
The Tragic Life and Curious Death of Howard Hughes
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Howard Hughes was a man of great intelligence and wealth. He was also a man of mystery, secrecy and, ultimately, debilitating mental illness.
Ch-Ch-Ch-Chia! You Know the Jingle, Now Hear the Chia Pet Story
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These quirky clay figurines sprout 'hair' seemingly overnight. But what is it that has made the Chia Pet an international sensation for 40 years?