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A Greenland Shark Living Today Could Have Been Alive in 1620

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This denizen of the frigid deep not only lives a crazy long life, it also can grow up to 24 feet in length and eating its flesh can make humans "shark drunk."

Who Owns the Rights to a Dinosaur Skeleton?

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Who owns the rights to irreplaceable fossils? HowStuffWorks looks at the controversy.

6 Anti-inflammatory Foods You Should Be Eating

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HowStuffWorks looks at foods that lessen inflammation, including surprising choices like yogurt and maple syrup.

Why Hand-washing Beats Hand Sanitizer Hands Down!

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Health experts say washing with soap and water gets more germs off your hands than using the alcohol-based stuff. But why?

What Is the Rainiest City in the U.S.? Here are the Top 11

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Rainy, dreary, Seattle, right? Everyone says it's the rainiest city in the United States. However, Seattleites are keeping a secret from you. Find out if their rainy reputation is real - or if the rumor's all wet.

Lava Isn't the Only Dangerous Aspect of Volcanoes

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Ash flows, deadly gases and vog are just a few of the other reasons why we all need to respect volcanoes.

Crinkle Crankle: The Serpentine Wall With a Funny Name

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Crinkle crankle walls undulate, mimicking the shape of a snake's slither. But what's the purpose of these wavy walls?

What does it take to eradicate a disease?

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It can be difficult to eradicate disease -- it has only been accomplished once. Take a look at what has to happen to eradicate disease at HowStuffWorks.

How to Tell When Your Kid Is Ready to Drive Alone

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It used to be a rite of passage in America: turn 16 and get your driver's license. But the number of teen drivers has decreased as license requirements have gotten stricter. If your teen passes them, does that mean he or she is ready to drive solo?

The Murder Capital of the U.S. Is in the Deep South

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The title "murder capital of the U.S." often sparks intense debate, but identifying which city holds this grim distinction requires more than just a glance at murder rates. Factors such as population density add critical context to the narrative.

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