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Why Are Wishbones Supposed to be Lucky?
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Every Thanksgiving, pairs across the U.S. break wishbones to see who's left holding the bigger piece and, of course, the bigger chunk of luck. But, why?
Why are people so superstitious about cats?
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Does your stomach flutter a bit when you cross paths with a black cat? Find out why many people are superstitious about cats at HowStuffWorks.
22 of the Worst Prisons in the World
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These prisons house some of the world's most notorious criminals. But battles rage behind their walls, oftentimes leaving inmates susceptible to torture, disease and even death. These are some of the worst prisons on the planet.
Was There a Real John Henry?
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The ballad and folktale of John Henry, the tireless railroad worker, is the stuff of American legend. But was John Henry a real person? Find out.
Was There a Real Paul Bunyan?
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The story of Paul Bunyan, the giant lumberjack, is one of the most enduring tall tales. But was Paul Bunyan based on a real person?
Fart-tastic Facts Quiz
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Do you have what it takes to earn ultimate stink-out points? Take this fart facts quiz and find out!
10 Most Deceptive PR Campaigns in History
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Diamonds are rare? Not really. They became an engagement ring staple, thanks to a clever, if deceptive, public relations campaign.
What the Stuff?!: 4 Worst Evolutionary Adaptations in the Animal Kingdom
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We have a lot to thank evolution for, but we can't help being a little resentful of the ways it's done us Earthlings wrong.
10 Ways to Save Money on Printing
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Printing documents can be costly. See 10 ways to save money on printing for tricks to avoid expensive print jobs.
Can You Return a Used Car?
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If you just bought a used car and don't like it, can you return it? Find out and learn about used car returns at HowStuffWorks.