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Scientists Finally Solve Mystery of Weird Mariana Trench Sound
Minke whales are the culprits. Learn more about the whale call at HowStuffWorks Now.
Things Are Looking Up for the Adorable American Pika
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Climate change will affect the habitat of the American pika, but not only in negative ways. Learn more in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
How Bug Spray Works
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Our world is full of insects, and our first response to seeing one is usually to reach for a can of spray to zap it. Is this good idea? What's in your typical can of bug spray? And, could it harm you, too?
'E.T.' For Real? Newly Discovered 100 Million-year-old Insect Looks Like Alien
A scientist has discovered an ancient, scary-looking insect preserved in amber. HowStuffWorks Now investigates.
Is There Science to Back Up the Stereotypes About Only Children?
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Is there any truth to stereotypes about only children? Learn more about only children personalities in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
How Blowtorches Work
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Blowtorches produce an exceptionally hot flame and harnesses that heat to mold and cut metal. Learn how the blowtorch revolutionized welding.
Community Gardens Are Good for the Neighborhood
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A study published in the journal Ecology Letters highlights the benefits of urban gardens for their human caretakers and local ecosystems.
How Do You Grow a 2,000-pound Pumpkin?
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Farmers grow giant pumpkins heavier than cars using one seed variety. And one grower just set a new world record, squashing the competition.
The Blue Whale: Bigger Than Megalodon
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The blue whale is the gentle giant of the ocean. HowStuffWorks takes a look at these huge creatures and their habits.
Top 5 Anti-aging Vitamins
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There are some anti-aging vitamins that can help you fight aging. See our list of the top five anti-aging vitamins.