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Quiz: Apollo 11, the First Moon Landing
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Take this HowStuffWorks quiz to learn more about Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, Michael Collins and Apollo 11, the first landing on the moon.
The Fish Doorbell Isn't a Joke ... Seriously
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Imagine a doorbell — but for fish. In the Netherlands, this eco-friendly innovation is making waves. The fish doorbell, or "visdeurbel," is a clever system created in the city of Utrecht to help native freshwater fish migrate more freely through canals and locks during spawning season.
Hiroshima Shadows Preserve One of History's Darkest Moments
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One of the most haunting images of World War II is the "human shadow" etched into the stone steps of the City of Hiroshima branch of Sumitomo Bank.
Why Does My Cat Stare at Me Like It Knows My Deepest Secrets?
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If you’ve ever caught your feline friend staring you down from across the room, you’ve probably wondered: Why does my cat stare at me?
3 Types of Rocks Every Aspiring Geologist Should Know
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Rocks might look simple, but they tell an ancient story of Earth’s fiery depths, surface shifts and biological processes.
The Beast of Bray Road: Wisconsin's Claim to Cryptid Fame
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Lurking along Bray Road in rural Wisconsin, a mysterious creature has left locals whispering and skeptics scratching their heads. Dubbed the Beast of Bray Road, it’s part urban legend, part roadside terror and all Wisconsin weirdness.
Deep Sea Jellyfish Have 30-foot-long Tentacles
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In the deepest, darkest parts of the ocean, far below where visible light can reach, swims one of the strangest animals on Earth: the deep sea jellyfish. These mysterious creatures thrive in a zone so dark and pressurized it's nicknamed the midnight zone.
How Can Tanuki Be Both Real and Mythological?
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With its plump belly, mischievous eyes and habit of showing up in Japanese gardens as stone statues, the tanuki blurs the line between myth and reality.
What Is a Group of Falcons Called? These Raptors Don't Flock
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When you spot a bird of prey with sharp talons, a curved beak, and long, pointed wings built for speed, you may be looking at a falcon.
What Is a Group of Wild Cats Called? Depends on the Type of Cat
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You may have seen them slinking through alleyways or sunbathing in barns. But when they gather, what is a group of wild cats called?