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How the First Olympics Worked
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The first Olympics took place in the sixth century in order to build diplomacy across the Greek world. Learn more about the history of the first Olympics.
People's Bodies Now Run Cooler Than 'Normal' – Even in the Bolivian Amazon
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In the U.S., normal body temperature has been dropping over the past 150 years. People run cooler today than they did two centuries ago. Why is that?
Why do grooms carry brides over the threshold?
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Tradition calls for the groom to carry bride over the threshold, and it's been that way for centuries. Read why the groom carries the bride over the threshold.
5 Things to Know About Native American Languages Spoken in the 21st Century
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The majority of Native Americans today speak English, so how many Native American languages are still in existence and being spoken today?
How Well Do You know the TV Show, "Ghost Whisperer"?
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BOO! It might not be Halloween, but you don't have to wait until October to see ghosts! From spirits and ghosts waiting to pass into the afterlife, how well do you know "Ghost Whisperer"?
What Is the Atacama Skeleton, and Why Is It So Controversial?
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The Atacama skeleton has sparked intense controversy and, based on its appearance, speculation of alien origin since its discovery in 2003. But what is the real story behind this little skeleton?
Scientists Call for a Global Germ Bank
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Researchers are calling for a new "Noah's Ark" to store microbes that might one day be valuable.
Can You Match These Words to the Right Branch of Science?
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Being good at science takes a special kind of person. There are so many formulas to remember. If you're more creative, science in practice might be very difficult. However, most people have at least a basic knowledge of science. Think you can get these questions right? Take this quiz to find out!
Binturongs Smell Like Hot, Buttery Popcorn — Now We Know Why
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What makes the binturong, AKA the bearcat, smell like popcorn? Learn more in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
Why Do Gorillas Beat Their Chests?
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It's a behavior synonymous with gorillas — beating the chest. But why do they do it? Researchers think they've figured out what the purpose is behind that pounding.