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6 of the Weirdest Animals on the Planet
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What makes an animal "weird"? Maybe it looks different from other animals in its family, or has an uncanny resemblance to another creature in the animal kingdom they are not closely related to.
8 Famous 'Harry Potter' Spells and Their Real-life Origins
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Something that makes the "Harry Potter" books fun to read for adults - not just kids - is author J. K. Rowling's use of wordplay. Names are often literary references or jokes, and many of the "Harry Potter" spells provide a clear hint at their function for anyone familiar with Latin or Greek.
Who Is the Snake Goddess? Depends Where You Ask
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The snake goddess trope has slid through various cultures throughout history, embodying powerful symbols of fertility, protection and transformation. From the ancient temples of Crete to the mythological landscapes of Egypt and India, these deities have played significant roles in religious practices and storytelling.
What makes humans human?
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What makes humans human? How are we different from the other great apes? Find out what makes humans human in this article from HowStuffWorks.
The Marine Iguana Is The World's Only Seafaring Lizard
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The marine iguana is found only in the Galápagos Islands. From their sleek swimming skills underwater to their clumsy movements on land, they're perfectly adapted to their marine environment.
The Minuet Cat Is Basically a Persian Munchkin (and We Love It)
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Let's talk about a feline that's small in stature but big on charm: the Minuet cat. Also known as the Napoleon cat, this domestic hybrid breed is a delightful mix of two existing domestic breeds: the Munchkin and Persian cat groups.
The Smallest Cat Breed (by Weight) Isn't the Munchkin
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What's special about smaller cats? Well, in addition to being extra cute, the smallest cat breeds can often be stealthier than bigger cats.
Marked at Birth: Your Birth Month, Allergies and DNA Are Linked
Although scientists knew that birth season affected people's allergy risk, they didn't know why this happened. A study gets us one step closer.
Tapir: The Ancient Fruitarian With the Tiny Trunk
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The protection of these strange looking, ancient animals, and creatures like them, may be a key component in helping a planet in climate catastrophe.
What Makes a Scent Soothing?
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Why do most of us start relaxing as soon as we smell lavender or vanilla? Is it the memories they conjure up or is there a chemical reason?