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7 Types of Snakes: Venomous, Nonvenomous and Constrictors

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The black mamba, one of the world's most feared snakes, can strike multiple times in rapid succession, delivering enough venom to kill multiple humans within minutes. This is just one of the many reasons snakes are among the most fascinating creatures on Earth.

The Rise and Fall of George Jung: The Real-life Subject of 'Blow'

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The life story of George Jung reads like a high-stakes thriller, tracing the meteoric rise and dramatic fall of one of the most infamous drug smugglers in the history of the United States. Born into a modest family, Jung's early exposure to the world of narcotics set the stage for what would become a legendary career in the drug trade.

Was Lyme Disease Created as a Bioweapon?

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Maybe it's mistrust of the U.S. government and health-related industries, as well as Lyme's insidious nature, that makes this idea catnip for conspiracy theories. But what's the truth?

How Tax Brackets Work

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Tax Brackets are ranges of income that are taxed at different rates. Find out which tax bracket you're in and learn the history behind tax brackets.

A Close Look at the Cuban Boa of Guantanamo Bay

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The Cuban boa finds shelter in trees and gives birth to live young rather than laying eggs. The oldest Cuban boa is over 30 years old.

How Credit Reporting Agencies Work

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Credit reporting agencies collect your credit history. Learn about credit reporting agencies and your rights under the the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

5 Countries That Ditched Their Military Forces

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As Benjamin Franklin once quipped: "There never was a good war or a bad peace." That's why these five countries have gotten out of the military business entirely.

10 Misconceptions About Millennials

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Many of the qualities people think are inherent in Generation Y actually aren't. Learn 10 misconceptions about millennials at HowStuffWorks.

The Most Common Hair Color Isn't Blonde

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A massive crossover of cultures and ethnicities often increases genetic variability as children inherit dominant traits from their parents. Each facial feature, skin color, and trait tells a story of people's origins.

10 Ways the Earth Is Trying to Kill You

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Mother Earth seems to have a love/hate thing going on with humans. While the planet we call home has all the essentials we need for life, it also has some nasty - and deadly - surprises.

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