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Sloths Only Poop Once a Week — But They Make It a Good One

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HowStuffWorks finds out why sloths expose themselves to so much danger by leaving their tree homes to poop on the ground.

Where Did the 'DEE-FENSE' Sports Chant Come From?

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At many sports games, you'll hear the cry 'DEE-FENSE.' HowStuffWorks finds out who started it and why.

Allergy Basics

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Allergies are so commonplace that we often do not stop to think of how or why they occur. Learn more about how allergies work.

Male Cheerleaders to Perform in Super Bowl for First Time Ever

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For the first time ever, men will be cheering professionally at the Super Bowl. HowStuffWorks looks at why they've made the change.

How Play-Doh Works

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The smell of Play-Doh® modeling compound is instantly recognizable to millions of people. Learn about its history and why it acts the way it does.

Sebum Overview

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What is Sebum? Impress your friends by visiting HowStuffWorks to learn what Sebum is, and why it is important in the human body.

Would You Eat Casu Marzu, the Illegal Cheese With Maggots?

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Casu marzu has been called the most dangerous cheese in the world. But Sardinians have been eating it for centuries, so why is it banned?

How Mermaids Work

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She's a Disney princess, a Starbucks Coffee logo and a metaphor for transformation. Occasionally, she's even "photographed." Why are humans so fascinated with these creatures?

What are bedbugs?

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Bedbugs are showing up with more frequency in hotels, dorms and apartments across the country. Learn why bedbugs prefer to sleep in your bedroom.

All 'Aboot' Canadian Holidays

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What's Victoria Day all about? Why is Canadian Thanksgiving in October? We'll give you a quick tour of Canadian holidays.

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