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10 New Uses for Old Inventions
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You think you really know an invention until -- whammo -- someone comes up with a new use for it. Ointment that soothes tired cow teats and treats baldness? Who would have thought?
Why Would Luke Want to End the Jedi?
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In the first trailer for 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi,' Luke Skywalker tells us it's time for the Jedi to end. HowStuffWorks investigates why.
Why did it take more than 20 years to bury Eva Peron?
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Eva Peron's body wasn't buried for more than 20 years after her death; opposition parties used her body as a token in politics. Learn about Eva Peron's body.
How Packard Cars Work
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Packard was once a leader among automakers, but changing tastes and poor business decisions doomed the brand. Learn more about Packard cars.
How the Cannes Film Festival Works
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The Cannes Film Festival is the crossroads of international cinema. Learn about the Cannes Film Festival and see Cannes Film Festival photos.
Amelia Earhart Was Way More Than a Famous Aviator Who Disappeared
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Today she is best known for her disappearance, but Amelia Earhart was a pioneering aviatrix as well as a fashion designer and feminist.
The Very Short, Symbolic Life of the Cherry Blossom
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The pink and white blooms of the cherry blossom tree often herald the arrival of spring. But in Japan, the cherry blossom is also a well-loved symbol of fleeting beauty, nostalgia and loss.
5 Awesome Antique Tractors
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These 5 awesome antique tractors aren't like the mass-produced tractors you see today. Check out these rare antique tractors at HowStuffWorks.
Quiz: What's This Country's Former Name?
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From war to political unrest to rebranding, there are all sorts of reasons countries change names. Match the former country names with our quiz.
Genealogy Websites
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Using genealogy Web sites can make your family tree project easier. Find out which online resources are best for researching your ancestors.