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Molasses: The Sticky Story of a Dark and Syrupy Sweetener
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The wonderfully thick, dark syrup called molasses has been used in cooking for centuries and is still prized around the world today for its smokey sweetness.
The Bohr Model: Quickly Replaced But Never Forgotten
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Niels Bohr proposed the model of the atom that we still learn in school today, even though it's technically incorrect.
The Humble History of Pumpkin Pie
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It's a pie. Filled with squash. Who in the world decided that was a good idea? HowStuffWorks slices and dices the history of the pumpkin pie.
Are Unicorns Real? Proof, Theories and Lore
Would they be a mating display? A fierce weapon to defend against lions?
How Do We Find Things in the Blackness of Space?
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How are the exact positions of objects in space tracked? HowStuffWorks checks out the science of mapping in space.
5 Things You Didn't Know About Fried Chicken
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HowStuffWorks looks at the history and lore of Southern fried chicken and the role of Col. Sanders and KFC in spreading it worldwide.
Why Are People Superstitious About Double-yolked Eggs?
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Friday the 13th, a black cat crossing your path and a four-leafed clover are all common superstitions. But have you heard about double-yolk eggs?
Can camphor treat skin problems?
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Can camphor treat skin problems? Camphor can be used as a remedy for a variety of ailments, but find out if camphor can treat skin problems.
Taekwondo: The 'Sport' of Mastering Self-Control
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Taekwondo features dramatic, aerial, jumping, spinning kicks, but it's also about building character. HowStuffWorks looks at the sport.
Something Produced a Surprising Spike of Methane on Mars
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Of all the discoveries made on Mars, the detection of methane blowing in the air is probably the most compelling. HowStuffWorks investigates the Mars methane mystery.