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Understanding the Differences Between Big Rig and F1 Car Horsepower Ratings

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So why does a diesel engine with huge torque and low maximum RPM get a low horsepower rating compared to a low torque, high revving race car engine? Find out why in this article.

Who Brushes Their Teeth in the Shower?

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A surprising number of people do, but why? And are there any downsides to doing it?

How Did Snakes Lose Their Legs?

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HowStuffWorks finds out why snakes have no legs and feet.

What Does 'GOP' Stand For?

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The Republican Party is known as the "GOP," but why? And what does "GOP" even mean?

The Stanley Cup Trophy Has a Long and Quirky History

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First of all, who is Stanley? Also, why is this trophy so dang big?

How Chaos Theory Works

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Has this ever happened to you? The meteorologist calls for a massive snowstorm, but the flakes fail to arrive. Chaos theory can shed light on why forecasts fail (and why our orderly world may not be so orderly after all).

Foodstuff: The Secret of Hot Sauce

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Hot sauce is the most popular condiment in the U.S. Learn more about hot sauce in this video from HowStuffWorks.

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