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Spider Plant
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Spider plant has grassy leaves and insignificant white flowers. Learn about the different varieties of this easy-to-care-for plant at HowStuffWorks.
Why Were Two Egyptian Mummies Buried With Gold Tongues?
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In the search for Cleopatra's tomb, a team of archaeologists was surprised by two mummies with gold foil-covered tongues. What was the reason for this strange burial custom?
How Pawnshops Work
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Need a fast loan? Want to buy a TV for next to nothing? The pawnshop's the place, and what goes on in the storefront is only half the story.
Typhoid Mary Was the Original Super Spreader
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Mary Mallon was an Irish immigrant working as a cook in New York. She was a carrier of typhoid fever, but was she really a ruthless murderer?
How M.C. Escher Worked
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M.C. Escher was an incredibly talented artist. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about M.C. Escher.
10 Home Remedies for Dry Hair
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Learn several effective home remedies for dry hair, everything from ways to wash and dry to spa treatments using items from your refrigerator.
Tiny Group of Samaritans Still Practice Their Ancient Religion
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The word "Samaritan," might have you thinking of a hospital or the Bible story about the Good Samaritan. But "real" Samaritans still exist in Israel, though their numbers are small.
Who Created the First Macaroni and Cheese?
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Are you wondering who invented macaroni and cheese? Check out this article and learn who invented macaroni and cheese and more about this food.
How Dragons Work
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Dragons have captured imaginations -- and their fair share of maidens -- across the globe. But are they more than mythological?
Can I power my car with AA batteries?
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Can you really power a car with AA batteries? Read the story of one team's effort to beat a world record in a vehicle powered by AA batteries.