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When Does an Epidemic Become a Pandemic?

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The World Health Organization just declared the coronavirus a full-blown pandemic. What does that even mean, and how is that different from an epidemic?

Oil Diffusers Make Your House Smell Great, But Are They Safe?

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Burning some essential oils around your home may make it smell really nice. But could there be some side effects you should be worried about?

Are You Smarter Than the Average Person?

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There's some things that are common knowledge, and other things that go way over the average person's head. See if you are smarter than your average Joe with this HowStuffWorks quiz!

Plastics Will Outpace Coal in U.S. Carbon Emissions, Study Shows

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A new report released by Beyond Plastics suggests that plastics will release more greenhouse gas emissions than coal plants in the U.S. by 2030.

Flying High: The Aircraft Quiz

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Manned flight has altered the course of humanity. How much do you know about the aircraft of the world? Take this quiz to find out.

Do You Really Know the U.S. Constitution?

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The U.S. Constitution is a document with a history, and most of us learn all about it in school -- well, maybe not all about it. This Constitution Day, test your knowledge of some lesser-known facts about the U.S. Constitution.

When Was the Eiffel Tower Built? Eiffel Tower History and Future

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At 984 feet tall, Paris' landmark Eiffel Tower is no picnic to maintain, so how is it done and who is responsible for keeping it standing and painted?

5 Things to Know Before Becoming a Pescatarian

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If you're thinking of giving up meat, but can't stand the thought of never eating seafood again, you might want to consider the pescatarian diet.

How to Remove Furniture Polish Stains

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Furniture polish stains can ruin that proud moment of showcasing your home. Also, cleaning your furniture with oily polishes can lead to even more household cleaning. Learn to remove furniture polish stains.

National Yo-Yo Day

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Yo-yos can be traced back at least 2,500 years -- it's a toy with phenomenal staying power. On June 6, yo-yo fans everywhere can "walk the dog" to commemorate the birthday of Donald Duncan, credited with making yo-yos popular in the United States.

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