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How the Papasan Chair Wound up in Everyone's First Apartment
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Ubiquitous in the 1970s, the papasan chair has a colorful history.
Insights on Alzheimer's From the Long-running Nun Study
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HowStuffWorks looks at the long-running study on nuns and Alzheimer's disease and the various lessons learned over the decades.
Booze-makers Become Germ-busters to Help Stop COVID-19
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As COVID-19 rages around the world, distilleries quickly ramp up the switch from booze to hand sanitizer in an all-out effort to curb the spread.
4 Unexpected Places Where Adults Can Learn Science
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Here are four alternative venues where the general public can enjoy nature, engage in hands-on science learning and get a behind-the-scenes look at scientific research in action.
How Is a 19th-century Obscenity Law Being Used to Ban the Abortion Pill?
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The Comstock Act is suddenly in the public spotlight, and has become the newest weapon in the fight against legal abortion in the U.S.
How Front-mount Receivers Work
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Front mount receivers can be very helpful when towing. Learn all about front mount receivers at HowStuffWorks.
What Is Holding You Back From Being Your True Self?
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Everyone says, "Be yourself," but it's not always that simple. What are the forces in your life that act against you expressing your own truth? It's time to hunt them down!
The Zizians: A Strange and Dangerous Techno-Cult
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Today we're diving into the bizarre world of the Zizians, a rationalist group known for their extreme beliefs in applied rationality and complex interpersonal dynamics. Initially nestled primarily in the San Francisco Bay Area, this community blends philosophy, artificial intelligence and even computer science into their daily lives.
Foo Dog: A Mythical Mix of Lion and Chow Chow
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Walk past the gates of a Chinese temple or palace, and you’re likely to spot a pair of stone statues that look like lions with a twist. These majestic sculptures aren't just decorative; they're symbols of protection and prosperity known as foo dog statues.
How to Make Sugar Skulls for Day of the Dead
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HowStuffWorks finds out how to make sugar skulls, an integral part of Day of the Dead festivities, as well as the history behind the skulls.