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What's the Difference Between Twilight and Dusk?
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Dusk is a beautiful time of day. So is twilight. But when does one turn into the other? And did you know there were three versions of each?
Maybe You Can Be Too Thin? Meet the World's Skinniest Skyscraper
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Standing 1,428 feet tall and just 60 feet wide, Steinway Tower in New York City has earned the nickname, "The Coffee Stirrer."
The Orchid Mantis Looks Like a Flower, 'Stings' Like a Bee
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For decades scientists assumed these insects looked so much like orchids as a form of camouflage. But they were wrong. They look this way because they're deceptive predators.
Bison vs. Buffalo: What's the Difference?
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People often use the terms "bison" and "buffalo" interchangeably when referring to large, wooly animals in the Bovidae family. If you drive by one of the two in a national park you may even be inclined to say, "Buffalo, bison - they're basically the same, right?"
Your Walk Is So Distinct It Can Reveal Deep Personality Traits
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New studies suggests your gait may be able to predict something deeper than just a temporary mood.
The World Cries as 'Oppy' Dies
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NASA's Mars rover Opportunity's last words were: "My battery is low and it's getting dark."
Repelling Mosquitoes Naturally
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Repelling mosquitoes naturally is just as effective as chemical repellants. Learn about strategies for repelling mosquitoes.
Nematodes: Do We Still Need to Worry About Roundworms and Bare Feet?
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When you were a kid, your mom probably told you not to go around barefoot because you could get worms. But are nematodes still a problem today?
Will You Marry Your High School Sweetheart?
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The skeptics of the world claim that young love never really lasts. But does it? If you really believe in your relationship with your high school sweetheart, you may just be the couple to prove those skeptics wrong! Jump into this quiz to see if your high school love will lead to happily-ever-after.
Can We Guess How Tall You Are?
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From washing dishes to sitting in a waiting room, height affects an incredible amount of our daily lives. Answer some questions about how you live your life, and we'll use that information to calculate your height. Play on to find out how accurate we are!