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The Ultimate 'Ghostbusters' Quiz
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You asked for it, you got it. 'Ghostbusters' was one of the most popular movies of the 1980s, and its release date is used as a means for charting time for the Stuff You Should Know podcast. You ain't afraid of no quiz.
Lapis Lazuli: Crystal Properties, Origins and Uses
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This ancient rock adorns King Tut's coffin and the Sistine Chapel. And at one time it was more precious than gold. What is it about this deep blue rock that has drawn us in for centuries?
Is It OK to Kiss Your Pets on the Mouth?
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Some love to do it; others find it gross. But is there a health reason not to kiss your furry friends?
Where Did the NATO Phonetic Alphabet Come From?
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You've surely heard it in the movies even if you've never used it. So who came up with the phonetic alphabet and why is it used?
How Barbie's Boyfriend Ken Became an Accidental Gay Icon
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The 1993 case of Earring Magic Ken shows how marketing and focus groups can inadvertently create a kitsch classic. Mattel found this out the hard way.
5 Tips for Teaching Kids About Sustainable Living
As with most lessons, children learn by watching their parents, so it's up to you to teach them how to live a sustainable life.
The Longest Song Ever Was Almost 6 Days Long
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Songs typically range anywhere between three to 10 minutes long, depending on the genre. However, modern mainstream music commonly sees tracks hover around three and a half minutes, with artists and producers rarely choosing to move the needle.
6 Largest Empires in History
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You've probably heard of the Russian, the Mongol, the Roman, the British and a few other empires. Until pretty recently, they were all over the place (literally). So, what were the largest empires in history?
The Power of Air: Why Libra Belongs to the Air Sign Group
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Is Libra an air sign? Learn how Libra’s air element influences its charm, intellect, and balance in relationships. Explore the traits shaped by this zodiac's element.
Why Legos Have Stood the Test of Time
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Today's Lego bricks aren't what you grew up with. HowStuffWorks looks at how the toy has changed and how it teaches kids science, math and reasoning.