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Can You Identify the World Capital When Only Shown One Photo of It? Most Fail!
The Eiffel Tower not only represents Paris, but the symbol of the country globally. A symbol which embodies the city of love and a country that not only produces fragrant cheeses but also performed the world's first artificial heart transplant and face transplant. But you already know that! So see how many other world capitals you can recognize!
Alligator vs. Crocodile: What's the Difference?
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The difference between alligators and crocodiles stems from jaws and teeth. Learn how you can tell the difference between alligators and crocodiles.
Who invented the elevator?
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Like so many other modern conveniences that we take for granted, the history of the elevator is more complicated than it may seem at first glance. Believe it or not, there's some controversy over who invented this commonplace contraption.
Does shaving your armpits reduce sweating?
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Does shaving your armpits reduce sweating? Ignore the hype and look at the science, at HowStuffWorks.
Meet the Trebuchet, the Castle-crushing Catapult of the Middle Ages
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Before the advent of gunpowder, enemy combatants used a powerful siege weapon called a trebuchet to forcefully launch projectiles - sometimes a large stone, a decapitated human head or a dead horse - at intended targets.
Olive Oil Nutrition Facts
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These olive oil nutrition facts help you understand why olive oil is one of the healthiest item to add to your menu. See olive oil nutrition facts.
How the Salton Sea Became an Eco Wasteland
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The Salton Sea, California's largest inland lake, and the area that surrounds it - once hotspots for tourism and wildlife - have essentially become ghost towns. The lake's evaporation has now become a ticking ecological time bomb with real world consequences.
How Much Do You Know About Heavy Machinery?
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Coming through! You don't want to get in the way of our quiz on the steamroller, the bulldozer and other incredibly powerful tools that humans have made. But if you think you're up to the job, test your knowledge of heavy machines now!
12 Striking Facts About Bowling
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Millions of us bowl every year. It's socially fun, and you can drink beer and eat while you play. But how much do you really know about the sport?
What Was the Strongest Earthquake Ever Recorded?
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Earthquakes are among the most powerful natural forces on Earth, often causing widespread devastation, triggering tsunamis and altering the landscape of a region. But how strong was the strongest earthquake of all time?