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Cup of Joe: Origins of the Humble Coffee Nickname
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Ah, the humble cup of joe — our reliable morning sidekick. It's hard to imagine a time when coffee didn't cost half your paycheck or come with a laundry list of milk options. But once upon a time, you could get a steaming mug for under a buck, no barista needed.
5 Surprising Facts About Gun Silencers
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For instance, gun silencers don't make guns all that quiet.
How One Woman Unexpectedly Became the Voice of Siri
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Susan Bennett never knew she would become one of the world's most famous voices until Siri debuted on iPhones in 2011. HowStuffWorks tells her story.
8 Everyday Items Originally Invented for People With Disabilities
Many items enjoyed by people of all abilities were originally designed to help people with disabilities. Here are some inventions you may use every day that were originally for the disabled community.
Can You Pass This Hard Dog Breed Identification Quiz?
Man's best friend can be cute, cuddly, big or dependable. But do you know all the breeds by sight? Take this quiz and find out if you can name each of these breeds from a single screenshot!
Ultimate Guide to Vitamin C
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Vitamin C is something you hear about all the time when it comes to your immune system. Learn about vitamin C at HowStuffWorks.
5 Reasons Why Danes Are Happier Than the Rest of Us
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The Danish people are among the happiest on the planet. Find out 5 reasons why from HowStuffWorks.
Green Anaconda: Meet the Heaviest Snake in the World
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The green anaconda hunts both in water and on dry land, which is even scarier when you realize the snake is capable of eating prey larger than its own body.
Does Ebola affect people who are Rh-negative?
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Can you get Ebola if you're Rh-negative? Learn about the connection between Ebola and being Rh-negative at HowStuffWorks.
How Cakes Work
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Cakes are the go-to treat when there's a celebration going on. Learn more about the history and science of cakes at HowStuffWorks.