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Why Do People Usually Walk In the Same Direction?

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Do we have a tendency to walk clockwise around the block? Why do sports favor counterclockwise rotation? Does it have anything to do with handedness or driving habits?

How Population Works

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Population is one of the most important aspects of human civilization. Learn about population and find out how a population is counted.

How the Vikings Worked

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The Vikings, we may think, were bloodthirsty pillagers in horned helmets. While Vikings did plunder, they also did great things -- and in different headgear.

Humpback Whales Have Made an Amazing Comeback From Extinction

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Humpback whales can be as long as a city bus and weigh as much as two. They love to breach and water slap with their fins and tails, making them a perennial favorite for whale watchers.

Can You Pass This High School U.S. History Test Without Googling?

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Since earning its independence from Britain in the American Revolution, the United States has been a part of - and made - many big moments in history. Do you think you could pass this high-school level U.S. history quiz?

How can salamanders regrow body parts?

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A salamander can regrow body parts -- and scientists are studying it to figure out how humans can. Learn how a salamander can regrow body parts.

How Urban Sprawl Works

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Urban sprawl occurs when people move from cities to the areas around them and develop the land with houses, businesses and roads. Learn about urban sprawl.

Can you live safely among wolves?

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Humans living with wolves can stay safe by respecting wolf territory. Learn how some experts are living with wolves to study and save these animals.

Where does earwax come from?

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Earwax might seem like just another gross bodily substance, but it serves a very important function. Learn where earwax comes from at HowStuffWorks.

The Blue Whale: Bigger Than Megalodon

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The blue whale is the gentle giant of the ocean. HowStuffWorks takes a look at these huge creatures and their habits.

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