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Ancient Obliteration of Dwarf Planets May Have Created Saturn's Rings

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Were Saturn's rings formed by the destruction of smaller planets? Learn more about new research on Saturn's rings in this HowStuffWorks Now article.

This One Guy Is Responsible for What We Think a Pirate Sounds Like

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Happy Talk Like a Pirate Day, you scallywags! HowStuffWorks Now explains why we all sound like Robert Newton on this most historic day.

Would You Pay $56 for Five Potato Chips?

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What is the world's most expensive potato chip? Learn more about these $56 potato chips in Sweden in this HowStuffWorks Now article.

The App That's Creating an Earthquake Early-warning Network

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The MyShake app detects vibrations and acts as an earthquake warning system. Learn more about MyShake in this HowStuffWorks Now article.

French Rooks Trained as Park Janitors

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Crows are inveterate scavengers. HowStuffWorks looks at how they are being trained as trash pickers in France.

How Does String Cheese Get Stringy?

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String cheese is a super popular snack with kids and adults. HowStuffWorks breaks down the science behind how it gets stringy.

Bear With Me: Tracing the Origins of a Common Phrase

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The phrase "bear with me," meaning "be patient with me," likely originated in 14th-century Middle English and is often confused with "bare with me" due to similar pronunciation.

Air Pollution Kills 5.5 Million Per Year, Half in China and India Alone

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Millions of people die every year because of poor air quality, new international research finds. That number is expected to rise in coming years.

Snallygaster: The Gruesome Cryptid With a Silly Name

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The Snallygaster is a bizarre and downright terrifying cryptid said to haunt the skies of Maryland. Described as a winged creature with half bird features and half reptile characteristics, this beast has been part of local folklore for centuries.

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