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Insane Speed Records Are Broken at Bonneville Salt Flats
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World speed records are set and broken at the Bonneville Salt Flats every year. What makes the area so conducive to speed? HowStuffWorks investigates.
Who tests out amusement park rides?
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Want to be the first to try the hottest coasters and thrill rides? Learn who gets to test the latest amusement park rides at HowStuffWorks.
Coconut Man: August Engelhardt Founded a Cult Based on His Favorite Fruit
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HowStuffWorks tells the tragic story of August Engelhardt who was nuts for coconuts. He founded a cult based on the fruit and worshipping the sun.
Why Are Boy Bands Bigger Stars Than Girl Groups?
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HowStuffWorks looks at the differences between boy bands and girl groups and why the former seems to have more staying power, even today.
The Science and Smarts Behind Hypertrophy (and Getting Ripped)
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Hypertrophy is a scientific term for building muscle. And there are lots of ways to do it. HowStuffWorks talks to an expert who wrote the book on it.
Electric Boats Make Emission-free Sea Travel a Reality
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Electric-propelled boats, which are much quieter and more environmentally friendly than gas-powered motorboats, are finally beginning to hit the waves and find their market.
Can You Fix the Dirty Screen Effect?
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HowStuffWorks finds out what dirty screen effect is, which TVs are more likely to have it and whether there are ways to combat it.
Been Told You're Too Sensitive? You Might Be an Empath
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HowStuffWorks finds out what an empath is, what are some signs you're one and the pluses and minuses of being an empath.
What's the Difference Between Whiskey and Bourbon?
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You might think the difference is only in the name, but it's more than that. HowStuffWorks explains the variations in recipes, aging and geography.
Who Was the World's First King?
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This is not an easy question to answer, thanks to the mists of time. But historians have put forth several possibilities. An ancient tablet claims one king ruled for 28,000 years!