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Kushti: The Traditional Mud Wrestling of India and Pakistan
What is kushti wrestling? Learn more about traditional Indian kushti mud wrestling and pehlwani in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
What Does It Mean to 'Take It With a Grain of Salt'?
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Take it with a grain of salt means to be skeptical about something. But where does the phrase come from?
'Nightingale' Floors Served as Security Warning System in Ancient Japan
In 17th century Japan, wealthy citizens built homes with "nightingale floors" that squeaked, warning them of intruders. In fact, the floors squeaked louder when the steps got lighter.
Lapis Lazuli Found in Teeth of Medieval European Woman
The pigment ultramarine was as expensive as gold in medieval Europe; so how did it end up in the teeth of a nun buried at a monastery in rural Germany?
Research Confirms It: We Really Are Getting Dumber
A new study shows that IQ levels have been falling since 1975, reversing a 20th-century trend.
Do Push Toys Really Help Kids Learn to Walk?
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Is a push toy better than a walker? Find out if push toys can help kids learn to walk at HowStuffWorks.
Is mothering instinctive or learned?
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Is mothering instinctive or learned? Learn whether mothering is instinctive or learned at Discovery Health.
Which Ancient Roman God Are You?
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Do you find yourself dreaming of what you'd do if you were a god? You could be a divine ruler and stand up to evil in the world. Answer some lifestyle questions and we'll guess which powerful Roman god you'd be.
What % Creative Are You?
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Do you think outside the box, or do you just walk to the other side? Paint your way through this quiz, and we'll let you know how creative, or not creative you are!
Which Nail Polish Color Is Right For You?
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A good manicure can put some pep in your step and add a finishing touch to any outfit - and we all have our signature look. What nail polish should you rock today? Take this quiz to find out!