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How Geodesic Domes Work
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If you think regular old domes took the world of structural engineering by storm, you should meet their geodesic cousins. What is a geodesic dome, and who first came up with the idea of building triangle-covered spheres as practical structures?
How Hot Is Too Hot for the Human Body?
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Heat waves are becoming supercharged as the climate changes. How hot is too hot for normal daily activity, even for young, healthy adults?
How Far Is Russia From Alaska?
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Sarah Palin never really said she could see Russia from her house. But how far is Russia from Alaska anyway? And can you see one country from the other?
10 Unusual Items from McDonald's International Menu
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Our list of unusual McDonald's menu items spans the globe and the palette. Take a global tour with 10 unusual items from McDonald's International menu.
20 of the Most Iconic Duos in Movie History
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Butch without Sundance? Thelma on the lam with no Louise? Dumb sans Dumber? Unthinkable. Here's a look at some of the most iconic duos in cinema history.
Rhubarb: The Poisonous Veggie You Can Totally Eat
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What vegetable is often mistaken for a fruit, has poisonous leaves but is still edible and is often harvested by candlelight? Yep, that would be rhubarb.
How Dreadlocks Work
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Dreadlocks form when hair is left to grow on its own. Learn about dreadlocks and find out how dreadlocks form in this article from HowStuffWorks.
Meet Gigantophis garstini, an Enormous Prehistoric Snake
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Before the 2003 discovery of Titanoboa cerrejonensis, Gigantophis garstini was known as the largest snake to ever roam the Earth.
10 Noteworthy Exploitation Films
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Sex, violence and over-the-top action -- it's easy to see the influence that exploitation movies have had on cinema as a whole. You can even split the genre into a number of subgenres that push the boundaries of taste and decorum with every frame. Here are 10 of the most noteworthy.
Taoist Philosophy
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Taoist philosophy attempts to illuminate the interdependency of all things, including life, art, and language. Learn about taoist philosophy.