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How Did Bobcats Come Back from the Brink? Oct 08, 2019

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Bobcat populations weren't doing so well a few decades ago, but these resilient wild cats are on the rebound. Learn about bobcats in this episode of BrainStuff.

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What's the Best Strategy for Finding a Parking Spot? Oct 07, 2019

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There are a couple mathematically tested strategies for finding a parking spot that costs you the least time in terms of searching and walking to your destination. Learn what science has to say about parking in this episode of BrainStuff.

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Who Wore High-Heeled Shoes First? Oct 04, 2019

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Although shoes with high heels are often coded feminine in modern culture, men wore them first -- military men, specifically. Learn the history of high heels in this episode of BrainStuff.

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How Rare Are All-Black Chickens? Oct 03, 2019

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A few types of chickens are so pigmented that not just their feathers but their very flesh is a deep blue-black color. Learn how researchers think this came about in today's episode of BrainStuff.

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How Young Is Too Young to Face Arrest? Oct 02, 2019

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In the United States, many states don't put a lower age limit on arrests, and children as young as six years of age have been arrested by police. Learn why, and how some lawyers and lawmakers are trying to change that, in this episode of BrainStuff.

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How Can You Escape a Sinking Car? Oct 01, 2019

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Being trapped in a car is a scary thought, but safety experts say that being prepared for emergencies saves lives. Learn what devices can help and how to use them in this episode of BrainStuff.

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How Often Should You Wash Your Coffee Mug? Sep 30, 2019

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Not every bacterium is an enemy, but illness-causing germs are out there -- and some love your coffee cup. Learn how often research indicates you should wash that reusable cup in this episode of BrainStuff.

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How Are Maine Coons Different From Other Cats? Sep 27, 2019

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The Maine Coon breed of cats has a reputation for being more doglike than catlike. Learn about how they stand out in this episode of BrainStuff.

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What's the Difference Between Aspirin, Ibuprofen, and Acetaminophen? Sep 26, 2019

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These over-the-counter medications all do fairly similar jobs of relieving aches and pains, but there's a best (and a worst) way to use each type. Learn the differences between pain relievers in this episode of BrainStuff.

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Why Are Blueprints Blue? Sep 25, 2019

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The traditional color of blueprints wasn't chosen because it's pretty -- it's a result of a chemical copying process. Learn the history of blueprints in this episode of BrainStuff.

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