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10 Real Animals That Seem Make-believe
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The world boasts an incredible diversity of animals, some of which are so colorful and bizarre they seem made-up. Meet 10 of them at HowStuffWorks.
10 Cool Things About Neil deGrasse Tyson
He starred with Superman, drove the getaway car at Pluto's demise and was voted sexiest astrophysicist by People magazine. Is there anything Neil deGrasse Tyson can't do?
10 Offbeat Things Humans Have Launched Into Space
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Humans have sent a variety of items into space, from movie memorabilia to sporting goods. Learn about 10 offbeat items that have launched into space.
How Roundabouts Work
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Roundabouts aren't all that complicated, but they're still relatively rare in the U.S., especially when compared with France.
20 Memorable Moments of the 21st Century So Far
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The world has come a long way since we were prepping for Y2K. We've witnessed some major moments since then. HowStuffWorks looks at 20 big ones.
Can You Identify These Logos From a Partial Image?
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Logos are the brand of a company and can lead to millions of dollars in sales just by brand recognition. So, how many of these logos can you figure out? That's the million-dollar question!
Can You Read the Word If We Give It to You Upside Down?
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Look, we're not going to swear you're the next Einstein if you ace this upside-down words quiz, but we do promise it's a great way to stretch your brain and get those neurons fired up. And with only 26 letters in the alphabet, how hard can it be to get a perfect score?
How Volcanoes Work
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Volcanoes are some of nature's most awe-inspiring displays, with everything from exploding mountaintops to rivers of lava. Learn how all the different types of volcanoes work.
5 Most Coveted Offshore Petroleum Reserves
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Untapped petroleum reserves dot the globe. Find out where these untapped petroleum reserves still exist and why oil companies covet them heavily.
How U.S. Public Broadcasting Works
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NPR and PBS have been on the air for years, amid recurring calls for government defunding. Learn more about U.S. public broadcasting at HowStuffWorks.