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The Ili Pika May Be the Most Adorable Endangered Species

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Imagine a creature that combines the cuteness of a teddy bear with the charm of a rabbit, all wrapped up in the size of a terrier. Meet the Ili pika (Ochotona iliensis), a rare animal that has made its home in the Tian Shan mountains of northwestern China.

A Look at Spanish-speaking Countries and Regional Dialects

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Like English, Spanish is a global language with nearly 600 million Spanish speakers worldwide. There are many Spanish-speaking countries, from the 21 nations with Spanish as their official language, to other countries with significant populations of people who speak Spanish as their native language or as a second language.

The Most Dangerous Bear and 9 Others to Give a Wide Berth

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Bears are incredible creatures, but they can also be some of the most dangerous animals on the planet. While even the most dangerous bear will typically avoid humans, under the right (or wrong!) circumstances, it can become aggressive, especially if it feels threatened or if you're in its territory.

The Rat Snake Is More Essential Than You Realize

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Despite their name, rat snakes don't eat just rodents. This huge family of snakes, which lives on every continent except Antarctica, also eats lizards and amphibians.

How Does Laissez-Faire Economics Really Work?

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What does laissez-faire economics really mean, and how does it work? What did Adam Smith mean when he coined the phrase? HowStuffWorks investigates.

Is It a Fox on Stilts? Nope, It's a Maned Wolf!

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The maned wolf might as well be called a werewolf given its name. You see it's more fox than wolf, and yet it's neither. HowStuffWorks explains.

Can You Guess the Dessert Item if We Give You Three Clues?

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Desserts are a sweet treat that look very different around the world. If you know your Turkish delight from your apple pie, put that sweet tooth to the test with this HowStuffWorks quiz!

Biden Brings a Menorah Lighting Back to the White House

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President Biden's menorah lighting promises to prioritize ritual over reception, focusing on the lighting of the traditional Hanukkah candelabrum itself.

1971-1978 Ford Capri/Capri II

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The Capri started out as Europe's answer to the Ford Mustang, but the Ford sport coupe became a popular import. Learn more about the Capri origins.

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.

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