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Keep These 5 Foods Out of the Fridge
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HowStuffWorks finds out why five common foods are best kept outside the refrigerator, including bread and potatoes.
Is mixing antibiotics dangerous?
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A study found that use two antibiotics decreased their effectiveness much more than using just one. Find out why.
How Napoleon's Arc de Triomphe Became a Symbol of Paris
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The Arc de Triomphe is one of the most iconic and enduring symbols of the city of Paris, France. But why did Napoleon commission it?
Do Horses With Broken Legs Have to Be Shot?
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Horses with broken legs have a hard time recovering because of their active nature. Learn why horses with broken legs are sometimes euthanized.
What makes certain foods so expensive?
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What makes certain foods so expensive? Here's the skinny on the price of certain foods. Learn why certain foods are so expensive.
How Hammerhead Sharks Work
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Hammerhead sharks are funny-looking and not very dangerous to humans. Why do hammerhead sharks have that odd head? Explore the world of hammerheads.
How Accents Work
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How do accents develop and why is it so hard to lose one? Learn all about accents from HowStuffWorks.
Is there really a 'calm before the storm'?
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Is there really a "calm before the storm"? Learn why it can feel eerily calm before the storm and what causes that calm before the storm.
Do Processed Foods Have 'Bliss Points'?
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Chowing down on an entire bag of chips doesn't happen by accident. HowStuffWorks looks at why that snack is designed to be irresistible.
How the Personal Air and Land Vehicle (PAL-V) Works
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The Personal Air and Land Vehicle (PAL-V) is a combination car and helicopter. Learn why the PAL-V is a good idea and how it works.