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How Screensavers Work
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Screensavers used to be necessary due to CRT monitor quirks -- now, they're mostly used for entertainment and security. Find out what a screensaver is and how it knows when to kick in.
12 Most Liberal Countries (Only 3 Aren't in Europe)
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Some countries lean so far into liberal values that it shapes everything from healthcare to who gets a say in government. When we talk about the most liberal countries, we're talking about places where civil liberties, social progress, and personal freedoms aren't just ideals: They're built into daily life.
8 Unbelievable Toy Stores Around the World
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Pretty much any toy store is awesome, especially if you're a kid. But these 10 toy stores around the world were and are pretty cool for children and adults.
Study Solves Why Drinking Gives You the Munchies
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Researchers from Penn State University College of Medicine suggest that a shared circuit in the brain could be one reason why heavy drinking and high-fat 'junk food' cravings go hand in hand.
Do college admissions officers value students who speak more than one language?
Multilingual students and college admissions are explained in this article from HowStuffWorks. Learn about multilingual students.
Streaming Thousands of Free Movies Is Totally Legal With a Library Card
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Can you stream movies for free from a library? Learn more about the Kanopy app in this HowStuffWorks article.
The Longest-living Dog Breeds Are Tiny, But Why?
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We have less time with our Great Danes than we do with our Yorkshire terriers - but why?
15 Animals That Start With 'S': From Sea Lions to Scarlet Macaws
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The animal kingdom is full of incredible creatures, and today we’re focusing on animals that start with "S." Some of them thrive in the wild today, while others once roamed the Earth but are now gone forever.
20 Hawaii Landmarks: Epic Views and Historical Significance
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From ancient kingdoms to pivotal moments in global history, the Hawaii landmarks scattered across the Rainbow State offer visitors a journey through centuries of Native Hawaiian culture, national significance and natural wonder. Here's what to explore on the major Hawaiian islands.
The 10 Highest-Valued Companies Aren't All What You Think
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The highest-valued companies dominate headlines because their market cap towers over competitors. Market capitalization measures a company’s market value by multiplying its current share price by the number of outstanding shares, giving investors a snapshot of market value.