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How Breakups Work
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Relationship breakups are some of the worst events that can happen. What happens to the psyche in a breakup? And is there a way to make a breakup hurt less?
5 Everyday Things You Can Do to Keep Your Computer Healthy
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Do you know how to keep your computer healthy and avoid tragedies? See these five everyday things you can do to keep your computer healthy to learn more.
5 Reasons Commercial Airplanes Crash
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Although it doesn't happen often, large passenger jets crash for many reasons, from mechanical failure to pilot error.
10 Scientifically Sound Weather Superstitions
Ever hear that saying that a cow lies down when rain is coming? This superstition may not be as udderly ridiculous as you think.
10 Myths About Sugar
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Sugar is sweet, but does it really cause obesity, diabetes and tooth decay? Find out with these 10 myths about sugar.
How Pterosaurs Worked
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They were creatures of the air, but they aren't part of the avian family tree - and don't call them dinosaurs. What was life like for the pterosaurs, and what has sparked renewed interest in these flying reptiles?
How Umami Works
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Umami has been called the fifth taste, joining the traditional quartet of salty, sweet, bitter and sour. Learn what gives food an umami taste.
10 Historical Words That Don't Mean What You Think
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There is more than one historical word that people use incorrectly. View 10 historical words that don't mean what you think to get informed.
10 Cool Things About Carl Sagan
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He is famous for a phrase he never said, for wearing turtlenecks and for hosting the original 'Cosmos' TV series. As enthusiastic about the stars as he was about marijuana, Carl Sagan led a very surprising life.
Can You Name Every Car Part in This Quiz?
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A mind-boggling number of parts go into every vehicle to make it run. Toyota estimates that number somewhere along the lines of 30,000, but that includes the nuts and bolts. How many of those parts do you feel comfortable being able to identify? We promise, no "where does this bolt go?" questions!