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How a Parisian Lemonade Craze Fought the Plague
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A lemonade fad in 17th century Paris may have stopped the plague from spreading and the death toll from rising. HowStuffWorks looks at the connection.
Nope, Boomers and Xers Don't Work Harder Than Millennials
A new study shows that that the work ethic is pretty much the same for all generations. HowStuffWorks explores.
450 Huge Geometrical Earthworks in the Amazon Hint at Past Civilizations
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Although the trenched enclosures were probably used to conduct rituals, they can tell us how the ancient indigenous people of the Amazon managed their forests.
We Need to Know Why the Female Bird Sings
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Female birds have their own song to sing. HowStuffWorks looks at the difference between male and female birdsong.
Is Your Car Road-trip Ready?
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If your car is over than 10 years old, you need to make sure it's in top shape before you hit the road. HowStuffWorks has what you need to know.
Why Do Americans Vote on a Tuesday in November?
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Voting on a Tuesday in November has been a U.S. tradition since the 1840s, but the timing makes it difficult for many people to exercise their right to vote. What are states doing about it?
Ridiculous History: When Scientists Hid Under Beds to Do Research
Experimental protocol has changed since the 1930s when two researchers hid under the beds of college students to eavesdrop on their conversations.
It Turns Out 'Screen Time' Isn't That Bad for Kids
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The American Academy of Pediatrics' recommendation of no screens for kids under 2 is being revised. HowStuffWorks Now explores why.
Aphantasia: When Your Mind's Eye Is Blank
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It sounds like it might be a creativity killer not to be able to picture things in your head, but some experts say it has advantages and disadvantages.
Unraveling Khipu: The Inca Knot Language
The Incas never invented a system of written language, but khipu is how they communicated. HowStuffWorks looks at the language of the Inca.