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Can We Guess Which Canadian City You'd Want to Live In?
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Whether you're all about business opportunities, culture and creativity, bitter cold and remoteness, or staying close to the center of power, Canada has something for everyone. Where should you end up?
How Spud Guns Work
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A spud gun can hurl potatoes hundreds of feet at close to 400 miles per hour. But why is this staple of the dinner table such a popular projectile? Learn the science of spud guns and how they can be customized.
Which Movie Couple Are You and Your Significant Other?
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Many movie couples have shown us what we should look for in a relationship. Take this quiz to find out which famous duo you and your significant other most closely resemble!
Why is it that some Web pages seem to trap me so I can't get out?
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I accidentally got into a Web site the other day that would not let me out. Even when I tried to close the window, it would pop up again -- it was unbelievable! How do they do that?
Bombay Cat vs. Black Cat Traits: Not All Black Cats Are Bombays
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Pinpointing Bombay cat vs. black cat characteristics can be tricky if you don't know exactly what to look for. How closely are you looking at a cat's whiskers, nose and paw pads?
What happens to abandoned mines?
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Abandoned mine shafts may look romantic with their clapboarded entrances and rusting pickaxes, but they can be deadly. So who ensures that these dangerous sites are properly closed up? You may find the answer a little unsettling.
Can a Waterspout Turn Into a Tornado?
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Have you ever watched a waterspout move over the ocean or a lake from what you thought was a safe distance? Don't get too comfortable next time. Waterspouts and tornadoes are closely related.
A Redback Spider Bite Won't Kill You (if You Get Antivenom in Time)
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The redback spider (Latrodectus hasselti) is one of Australia's most iconic arachnids. It's a member of the widow spider family, closely related to the black widow spider. They're famous for their distinctive red markings and potent venom.
The Katydid Is a Vibrant Master of Disguise (and Nocturnal!)
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Is that katydid a leaf? Is it an insect? Is it singing to you on a warm summer night? The answer to all of these is yes! Closely related to crickets and grasshoppers, there are over 6,000 katydid species worldwide. These masters of disguise are commonly heard but rarely seen.
Can You Identify These Cars If We Disguise Them As Dogs?
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Does this Dodge look like a dog or is it just me? Work through these woofs, er, wheels, and see if you can make out the model from its canine counterpart. Focus closely, and it won't be that ruff!