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How Bioarchaeology Works
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Archaeologists dig up and study the material remains of human civilizations. Bioarchaeologists do the same thing, except they focus on the remains of, well, us. What's the big deal about old bones and teeth?
How Supervolcanoes Work
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Only a few natural events pack the power to knock global civilization on its heels. One is a planet-killing meteor. Care to guess the other?
How Aluminum Works
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Aluminum is used in many products, from pots and pans to light bulbs and power lines. Learn how aluminum went undiscovered for so long.
10 Times It Has Rained Something Other Than Water
Frogs! Fish! Birds! A surprising number of things have rained down from the sky besides water. But how?
How Much do You Know About the World's Megacities?
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Family rural living is a dying way of life everywhere in the world. People are flocking to cities, swelling them in size to the point that they become megacities. How much do you know about the megacities of the Earth?
13 Owl Pictures That Are Truly Magnificent
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Owls are one of those bird species that everyone loves. Check out these cool owl images to learn more about our nocturnal friends.
Good News! Some Butterfly Populations Bounced Back in 2019
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Work by volunteers and nonprofits, such as butterfly waystations and education efforts, has reversed population decline for some butterfly species.
10 Mythical American Monsters
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Very tall, hairy, glowing eyes - that seems to be the go-to description for a lot of mythical monsters out there, especially in America. Here are 10 to keep an eye out for.
How Bees Work
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Bees have been included in myths and legends for centuries. Learn about bees, the anatomy of bees and how colony collapse disorder affects bees.
How Addiction Works: Exploring Substance Use Disorders
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Addiction to substances, such as drugs and alcohol, have ruined the lives of people all over the world. Read about current views and ideas on addiction.