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The British Shorthair Is a Round-faced 'Teddy Bear Cat'
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British shorthairs have colorful eyes, dense fur and a rotund appearance. Some folks call them 'Teddy bear cats.' HowStuffWorks gets to know them.
The Peace Sign: From No Nukes Logo to Anti-war Symbol
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The peace sign has been a ubiquitous part of culture for more than 60 years. HowStuffWorks takes a look at this enduring symbol of cooperation.
Searching for the Lost Horizon of Shangri-La
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A fictional paradise created by British author James Hilton in the novel 'Lost Horizon,' the mystical Tibetan paradise of Shangri-La remains mythical.
What Is the Mohorovicic Discontinuity and Can Humans Ever Reach It?
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This seismic boundary lies within Earth between the bottom of crust and the uppermost mantle. But nobody has ever dug down deep enough to confirm it exists. So does it?
Stories and (Alleged) Sightings of the Loch Ness Monster
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Explore Loch Ness Monster tales, sightings and pop culture references. From the Surgeon's Photograph to plesiosaur theories, delve into the enduring mystery.
Bad Luck Comes in Threes: Separating Superstition from Reality
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Explore the belief that bad luck comes in threes. Uncover origins, cultural influences, and the psychology behind the superstition.
Why Does the U.S. House of Representatives Have Only 435 Seats?
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That's about one House member for every 761,169 people, which is far less representative than when the nation was founded. How can that be changed?
How Old Is Earth and How Did Scientists Figure It Out?
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In 1953, CalTech geochemist Clair Patterson came up with an estimate for Earth's age that still holds today.
Tonnes vs. Tons: Metric vs. Imperial Measurements Strike Again
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If you’ve ever priced out cargo or read about a ship carrying coal, grain or bricks, you’ve seen tonnes vs. tons. These two words look similar yet refer to different systems and units. In international trade and technical writing, that small spelling shift changes real-world numbers.
How Hydrogen Cars Work
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Hydrogen cars operate differently than conventional cars. Learn more about hydrogen cars at HowStuffWorks.