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What's With Germany's Strict Burial Regulations?
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In Germany, death may be permanent, but gravesites aren't. They're leased until the next "resident" moves in. That's just one grim regulation surrounding funerals and burials.
How the Salton Sea Became an Eco Wasteland
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The Salton Sea, California's largest inland lake, and the area that surrounds it — once hotspots for tourism and wildlife — have essentially become ghost towns. The lake's evaporation has now become a ticking ecological time bomb with real world consequences.
Behind the X Prize
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We know who won – top-runner SpaceShipOne. We know what the team receives for that accomplishment: $10 million and an obscenely gigantic trophy. But what about the story behind the contest? Learn about the rules, restrictions, red tape, test crashes, successful launches and the technological innovations that may get you into sub-orbit sooner than you think.
Is it rude to point out someone else's rudeness?
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Manners are subjective — what you think is rude may not be to others. Learn whether it is rude to point out someone else's rudeness at HowStuffWorks.
Ultimate Guide to the Nelson Wine Region
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The Nelson wine region is among New Zealand's best. Learn all about the Nelson wine region at HowStuffWorks.
Can You Identify All of These Countries in the Americas From an Outline?
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What better way to test your facts of the Americas than this quiz? Correctly identify countries of North and South America from their outlines, and we'll offer up superb facts about each nation. Major hint: Most of the destinations will be Latin American, bueno? So choose accordingly! Boa sorte!
The Ultimate Travel Insurance Quiz
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For almost any type of traveling, it is sound advice to think carefully about travel insurance. Falling ill abroad without insurance might cost you thousands and most people would agree that you shouldn't take risks with this sort of thing. Take this quiz and learn more about travel insurance.
Is Cold-Shocking Your Body After a Sauna a Good Idea?
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The Finnish people tout the therapeutic benefits of a hot sauna, followed by a cold plunge into a lake. And they would know. They're credited with starting the practice and have been doing it for centuries.
Can You Identify These Important Chinese Landmarks?
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Boasting a beautiful landscape and a history dating back thousands of years, China certainly has many unique features to inspire tourism to the country. Do you know these landmarks that people travel from all over the world to see? Find out in this quiz!
What If All the Coral Reefs Disappeared?
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Coral reefs are pretty cool. More than just snorkeling destinations, they shelter tons of marine life — creatures many of us depend on for food and medicine. So what would happen if the coral reefs disappeared? Here's a hint: It isn't good.