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What is the extrasensory brain?

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The extra sensory brain may be responsible for ESP and possible paranormal experiences. See if the extra sensory brain exists at HowStuffWorks.

The Bowhead Whale Survives Icy Waters and Killer Whale Attacks

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The bowhead whale (Balaena mysticetus) is found in the icy waters of the Arctic. These are the longest-living mammals; some bowhead whales live for over 200 years. That's older than many countries' independence!

What Will Replace the Smartphone?

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Smartphones will become obsolete in as little as three years, to be replaced by a new generation of wearable devices.

Could an Attack on Undersea Cables Take Down the Internet?

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Much of the infrastructure that makes the internet possible lies on the bottom of the world's oceans. HowStuffWorks dives down to check them out.

Will a Coyote Kill My Dog or Cat?

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Coyotes are becoming increasingly ubiquitous in cities and suburbs. HowStuffWorks stalks the truth about these wily creatures.

What's the Difference Between Pyrite and Gold?

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Don't know your fool's gold from the real deal? We'll tell you how to tell what's pyrite (aka fool's gold) and the good ol' 24 karat stuff you want.

The Secret South Carolina 'Monkey Farm' That Helped Develop the Polio Vaccine

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A little-known research facility in South Carolina housed thousands of monkeys and was key to developing the polio vaccine.

Why Are Magnetars So Scary?

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A magnetar is a neutron star with a super-strong magnetic field. Astronomers consider them among the scariest objects in the universe, but why?

Why Syncing Traffic Lights May Not Reduce Congestion

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Ever get red light after red light when you're driving? Often, it's because traffic lights aren't synced to each other. But would doing so really fix traffic problems?

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