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English vs. French vs. Japanese: An International Garden Primer

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When you're planning your next garden, get inspired by these classic styles.

Cannibalistic Brown Widow Spider Will Eat Black Widow Species

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The brown widow spider (Latrodectus geometricus) is a lesser-known relative of the infamous black widow. The first brown widow spider was discovered in Los Angeles in early 2000. A member of the cobweb spiders, it is now found in warm, urban areas worldwide.

How Megachurches Blurred the Line Between Religion and Riches

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Megachurches and prosperity gospel tell parishioners if you pray for it, it will come. HowStuffWorks asks whether it's still religion or it's fraud.

The Halifax Donair Is Canada's Kitschiest Sandwich You've Never Heard Of

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Canada isn't a country known for its cuisine. But there is one sandwich from Halifax with a cultlike following that you just have to try to believe.

'Nightingale' Floors Served as Security Warning System in Ancient Japan

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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.

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.

Where did the idea of 'the willies' come from?

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That uncomfortable, frightened, jittery feeling known as 'the willies' is probably a familiar one. Find out how 'the willies' got its name.

Why do some cultures believe you shouldn't sleep with your feet toward the door?

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In many cultures, it's considered vital that you don't sleep with your feet toward the door. Find out why.

Mentos and Miss Cleo: The '90s Commercials Quiz

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How well do you know the TV commercials that helped define the 1990s? Find out with our HowStuffWorks quiz.

Velociraptor Alert: The Feathered Dinosaur Quiz

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Test your knowledge of the fluffy, winged dinos of the bygone Mesozoic era, from little Microraptor to the enormous Yutyrannus with this quiz.

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