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Why does humidity make my hair frizz?
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Nothing ruins a good hair day like humidity, especially if your hair is dry and overprocessed. What's the science behind the frizz?
What does a stand-in do?
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A movie star isn't going to spend hours on a set so the crew can adjust the lighting -- but someone's has to. Learn what stand-ins do at HowStuffWorks.
The History of the Hero Sandwich
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Are you wondering about the history of hero sandwich? find out about the history of hero sandwich in this article.
How can the moon give us clean energy?
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A few decades ago, the pursuit of clean energy was "green." Now, it's a necessity. Not only is our power consumption propelling the human race toward a hot, watery, lonely end, but clean energy tends also to be renewable.
Why Do You Hold Your Breath in a Tunnel? And Other Driving Superstitions
Do you hold your breath when you're driving through a tunnel? HowStuffWorks looks at a survey exploring driving superstitions.
Naked Mole Rats Survive Without Oxygen by Turning Into Plants
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Naked mole rats perform a feat of metabolic magic, according to a new study. Learn more in this HowStuffWorks article.
Why You'll Go Bananas for Mangosteens
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Sometimes referred as the 'queen of fruit,' the mangosteen has a soft white interior, a mild taste.
Twinkle, Twinkle: The Ultimate Stars Quiz
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Stars are giant nuclear fusion reactors, and we wouldn't exist without them. Find out how much you know about these twinkling lights with our quiz.
Men's Beards Carry More Bacteria Than Dogs' Fur, Study Suggests
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Do men's beards harbor more microbes than a dog's fur does? HowStuffWorks looks at a study that says yes.
That Blob on the Beach Is Sea Pork
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Sea pork is the common name for a tunicate, the ocean's most common invertebrates. Get to know these gelatinous scraps!