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Are you safe from lightning if the skies are clear?
In the days of Ancient Greece, it was easy enough to chalk up a bolt from the blue to Zeus, the great curmudgeon of Mt. Olympus. But while Ancient Greeks probably never felt safe from their grumpy god, today we know a bit more about lightning safety.
Worm, Harvest, Blue: Every Full Moon Has a Name
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Everyone's heard of the blue moon and the harvest moon, but every other full moon of the year has a name, too.
Who built the first miniature golf course?
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Miniature golf is a popular family outing. Find out who built the first miniature golf course at HowStuffWorks.
Did Settlers Really Land at Plymouth Rock Because They Were Out of Beer?
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Did settlers really land at Plymouth Rock because they were out of beer? Find out whether that is truth or myth at HowStuffWorks.
Which Famous Boxer Are You?
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The sport of boxing has been around since the days of Alexander. It is a sport where people who really quite like each other can beat each other bloody, and where long running feuds between hated rivals can end in a violent confrontation. Boxing has produced some fascinating figures, but which one are you?
How Do Hand Warmers Work? A Scientific Look
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Hand warmers work through simple chemistry. A massively sped-up version of oxidation (the chemical reaction that makes rust) is to thank.
Does Bottled Water Go Bad?
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You may have seen an expiration date on your bottle of water, but why? Can a natural substance like water really go bad?
What Kind of Nose Piercing Should You Get?
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Do you know why you can't go wrong with a nose piercing? Because you've already got two holes in it anyway, what's another one going to hurt? Want to know what kind of nose piercing you should get? Take the quiz and see!
Uses for Vinegar: Home Remedies
Vinegar has a long history of being the prescribed solution to a number of ailments, including scurvy, cholera, tonsillitis, and diphtheria. Learn more about the role vinegar plays with home remedies.
What Sport Should You Play in High School?
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When you're looking for something to cut through the all that homework and cafeteria tater tots, you need to hit up a sport. Question is, what sport should you be paying? Take the quiz and find out!