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In the Absence of Mates, Zebra Shark Just Births Her Own Clones

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Can a shark reproduce asexually? Learn more about a zebra shark 'virgin birth' in this HowStuffWorks Now article.

9 States With No Income Tax: Keep More of Your Money

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For residents of certain states, the absence of a state income tax can be a significant tax benefit. Instead of paying personal income tax rates to the state, individuals in these states only pay federal income tax on their taxable income.

Why does smoke come from a fire?

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Let's say you have a nice fire going, and it's reduced down to a pit of hot "glowing embers." If you now toss a piece of wood, or even a sheet of paper, onto this fire, you see a huge puff of smoke as it heats up.

Will there ever be a "happy pill"?

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What constitutes happiness? Is it the absence of pain or an abundance of pleasure? It is simply a fortunate function of the brain? If it's the latter, then we should be able to manipulate it -- perhaps in the form of a "happy pill." It may surprise you, then, to learn that we already have one.

12 States With the Lowest Taxes for Residents

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Looking to keep more of your paycheck? Some U.S. states make it a lot easier. The states with the lowest taxes generally offer a friendlier environment for individuals and businesses alike, cutting back on income, sales, and property tax burdens.

Does where you live determine how often you call in sick?

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Calling in sick is something some are more loath to do than others. Does geographic location affect who's calling in sick and who's toughing it out?

Why Doesn't My Cat Purr, Even When It's Happy?

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You might be relaxing with your pet, gently stroking their fur, and suddenly wonder, "Why doesn't my cat purr?" For many cat owners, the absence of that familiar vibration is surprising, especially when everything else about their kitty seems perfectly normal.

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