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Why Is Throwing Salt Over Your Shoulder Good Luck?
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Salt is a hot commodity, so wasting it has historically been a big deal. Learn the myth behind throwing salt over your shoulder at HowStuffWorks.
10 International Toilets
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What types of toilets might you see on your worldly travels? Check out these 10 international toilets to find out!
Why are gas prices declining?
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What causes gas prices to drop in the fall of 2006? Learn what economic factors can cause a drop in gas prices.
How Sarah Palin Works
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Sarah Palin is a hot commodity on the McCain-Palin ticket: Her youth and conservative ideals have garnered publicity. Learn about Sarah Palin and her ideals.
Sand Is in Such High Demand, People Are Stealing Tons of It
As the world becomes more urbanized, the demand for sand, a key ingredient of concrete, keeps growing. But there's only so much sand to go around.
Why is it bad luck to spill salt?
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If you spill some salt while you're cooking, you might fear a wave of oncoming bad luck. Why is toppling over some salt an omen of misfortune?
How Do Gold Prices Work and Should You Buy Some?
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In challenging economic times, people often turn to gold as a hedge against a falling stock market. But is this a good idea?
The Fertile Crescent Truly Was the Cradle of Civilization
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A roughly crescent-shaped region encompassing modern-day Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, Israel, Egypt, and parts of Turkey and Iran, the Fertile Crescent was home to the world's first settled agricultural communities.
Do biofuels compete with food?
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Do biofuels compete with food? Read about whether or not crops are going to vehicles to the detriment of our food supply.
How Food Banks Work
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Food banks serve to help those who can't afford enough to eat. Check out this article about food banks and see how you can help.