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Is there a benefit to crabgrass?
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There is only one benefit to crabgrass, and it has to do with cows. Find out more about the one benefit to crabgrass and why cattle care.
Do battery saver apps really work?
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Are battery-saving apps the cure for power-hungry phones? Find out if battery-saving apps really work.
Do tornadoes disproportionately strike trailer parks?
If you live in a mobile home park, are you more likely to be hit by a tornado? Media images certainly make it seem that way. Find out if there's any truth to this scary stereotype.
Can TV viewing cause autism?
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A group of researchers out of Cornell and Purdue has suggested a possible cause for autism: television. Learn more about what they found.
What Is Avogadro's Number?
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That's one seriously big number, and technically Amedeo Avogadro didn't even come up with it. So how did the Italian chemist make such an indelible (numerical) mark on the wonderful world of chemistry?
Can I convert my car to run on water?
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Water for fuel in lieu of oil is a breakthrough technology -- we might break our addiction to oil. Read more about the promise of water for fuel.
Why Do Raccoons Wash Their Food?
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It appears that thieving raccoons wash food when they dine near a body of water. Learn why raccoons wash food, and what this behavior really means.
How Dangerous Was the Ohio Chemical Train Derailment?
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The disastrous Feb. 3 train derailment contaminated East Palestine, Ohio. We talked to an expert about the potential environmental and health impacts to come.
Can You Match the College to the State It's In?
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Princeton, Harvard and Vanderbilt rank among the greatest institutions of higher learning in the U.S., but do you know where these storied schools are located? Take our quiz to see if you can match the college to the state!
How Chiggers Work
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Chiggers are tiny bugs that are known for delivering bites that itch intensely. Find out how chiggers work and learn about the chigger reproduction cycle.