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How Spud Guns Work
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A spud gun can hurl potatoes hundreds of feet at close to 400 miles per hour. But why is this staple of the dinner table such a popular projectile? Learn the science of spud guns and how they can be customized.
How Mad Cow Disease Works
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Mad cow disease is in the news again, with tests confirming the second case in the United States since December 2003. Learn how this brain disease affects livestock and people.
5 Low-Cost Ways to Get Your Daily Fiber
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Are you looking for some low-cost ways to get your daily fiber? Then check out these 5 low-cost ways to get your daily fiber.
All About Pet Shipping
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Pet shipping can be a truly stressful experience. We'll walk you through what you need to know about pet shipping and pet shipping services.
Here's How To Tell a Dead Tree from a Healthy One
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It's sometimes difficult to know if your tree is diseased or dead. Read this article to learn how you can tell if your backyard tree is dead or diseased.
Shallots Are Onions' Cute Little Cousins
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Belonging to the same family as onions, leeks, scallions and garlic, shallots look like small, elongated onions but with a sweeter, milder flavor.
What if a Child Eats Fluoride Toothpaste?
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What if your child eats fluoride toothpaste? Learn more in this article from Discovery Fit & Health.
Don't Get Bitten by the Kissing Bug
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Kissing bugs seem to be spreading throughout the U.S. HowStuffWorks looks at how dangerous these insects actually are to humans.
How Smokejumpers Work
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Smokejumpers are the men and women who specialize in fighting blazes their ground-bound peers can't reach. So who are they, and what's the "Mutilator"?
5 Ways to Save Money (Besides Giving Up Lattes)
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HowStuffWorks talks to financial experts to find out the best ways to save money every day. And none of their advice includes giving up Starbucks.