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Nuclear Pasta Is the Super-Macaroni of the Universe
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This stellar noodle is the strongest material in the cosmos!
Are millions of modern humans the direct descendants of Genghis Khan?
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Are millions of people the direct descendants of Genghis Khan? Find out and explore the history and genealogy of Genghis Khan.
What's Really Going on at the 'Dog Suicide Bridge'?
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Experts are baffled as to why dogs keep throwing themselves off Overtoun Bridge in Scotland. Are they lured by unseen scents or is something supernatural at work?
Why are some people more ticklish than others?
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Find out why some people are more ticklish than others at HowStuffWorks.
Was There a Real John Henry?
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The ballad and folktale of John Henry, the tireless railroad worker, is the stuff of American legend. But was John Henry a real person? Find out.
Can you teach an old dog new tricks?
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When it comes to dogs, age really is just a number. If you've got the patience, you surely can teach an old dog some new tricks.
Is a Woolly Mammoth Clone Even Possible?
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The woolly mammoth: an iconic extinct species that once roamed the vast arctic tundra during the last ice age. These colossal creatures disappeared thousands of years ago, but now, scientists are working to bring them back.
Pacific Northwest Tree Octopus: The Internet's Favorite Fake
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Sounding like something out of a sci-fi novel, the Pacific Northwest tree octopus has made its way into the hearts of internet users, educators and even conservation enthusiasts for years.
Phineas Gage and the Birth of Modern Neuroscience
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In the annals of neuroscience, few names are as memorable as Phineas Gage. His story remains a foundational example for both medical and psychology students, bridging medicine, psychology and history.
How Fossils Work
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Fossils can tell us how life on Earth has evolved over time and also how the climate has changed. Find out what fossils are and how fossils formed.