Plus toxic worms, computers and Kookaburras

Happy Saturday Continue reading to learn more about science, culture, history and technology. 10 Safest Countries in the World: 2024 Edition The No. 1 spot on the Global Peace Index goes to a nation that's home to active volcanoes, waterfalls and glaciers. Read more >> Hammerhead Worms: Toxic, Invasive and Cannibalistic These creatures occasionally make headlines because they are aggressive predators. Read more >> Explaining 5 Types of Figurative Language Understanding figurative language can significantly improve your writing. Read more >> What to Do With Old Computers There are environmentally responsible options when it comes to ditching outdated electronics. Read more >> The Euphrates River Is Drying Up Historians and anthropologists often refer to the Euphrates River Basin as the "cradle of civilization." Read more >> What Do Laughing Kookaburras Find So Funny? This sound has less to do with comedy and applies more to hierarchy or establishing territory. Read more >> Test Your Knowledge If you've been reading our emails this week, you might get these questions right! True or false: Hippo milk is pink.  How many countries are there in the world?  a) 150 b) 195 c) 200 d) 225 Which of the following birds can fly?  a) Albatross b) Cassowary c) Ostrich d) Penguin True or false: Female bald eagles are larger than males.  Which of these movies passes the Bechdel Test?  a) "Casablanca" b) "CODA" c) "Jackie Brown" d) "Star Wars: A New Hope"  Check Your Answers What did you think of this email?   Copyright © 2024 HowStuffWorks, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in at our website howstuffworks.com Our mailing address is: HowStuffWorks 4235 Redwood Ave Marina Del Rey, CA 90066 Want to change how you receive these promotional emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list