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Why Does Ice Stick to Your Fingers?
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You've probably had ice stick to your hand when you pull it out of the ice maker. But why is that?
'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?
Who Invented the Dishwasher?
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We can thank a woman named Josephine Cochrane for this timesaver.
The Superb Moon Quiz
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Find out what you really know about moons, supermoons and moon landings with our HowStuffWorks quiz.
Quiz: How Did States Get Their Names?
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What does 'Massachusetts' really mean? Find out what you really know about the names of America's states with our HowStuffWorks quiz.
How Michelin Became Synonymous With the World's Best Restaurants
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Michelin's dining guides rate the best restaurants in 30 countries across the globe. HowStuffWorks looks at how a tire company started rating chefs.
Why is sugar sticky?
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Sugar becomes sticky when mixed with water. But why? Find out why sugar is sticky at HowStuffWorks.
The Cornish Game Hen Is Neither Cornish Nor a Hen
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HowStuffWorks finds out the real story behind the Cornish game hen.
Want an Emoji on Your License Plate? Move to Vermont!
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Vermont has introduced a bill to allow motorists to include emojis on their license plates. HowStuffWorks is totally on board.