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Ragdoll Cats Are the Floppiest, Friendliest Felines Around
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HowStuffWorks gets to know the ragdoll cat, best known for getting floppy in the arms of its owner.
How Long Can Human Fingernails Grow?
Fingernails can grow to extreme lengths. Learn more about how long and fast fingernails can grow in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
How Auto-Versed Are You?
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Do you know enough about automobiles to earn your Auto-Versity degree? This is the quiz that will demonstrate whether or not you have an understanding about cars, trucks, companies and pop culture that spans the entire subject!
How Roundabouts Work
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Roundabouts aren't all that complicated, but they're still relatively rare in the U.S., especially when compared with France.
How Corsets Work
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Corsets are notorious for discomfort. What are they? Who wears them? And why would they? Read all about corsets at HowStuffWorks.
What's the Most Venomous Spider in the World?
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The deadliest spider is hard to pin down because poisonous spiders have varied effects on their victims. Read about contenders for the deadliest spider.
The Oldest Cat Ever Lived for Nearly 4 Decades
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Whether you prefer cute little puppy dogs or furry baby kittens, new pet owners should always consider longevity when selecting a new companion. Even with proper nutrition, consistent activity and top-notch veterinarian care, few pets will survive more than a decade or two.
Kevin! How well do you know your Home Alone trivia?
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This 1990 movie has become a beloved classic. "Home Alone" is about an 8-year-old boy who uses a series of booby traps and carefully laid surprises to defend his home after being left behind. How much do you remember about the antics of Kevin and the Wet Bandits? Take our quiz and test your knowledge, "ya filthy animal!"
13 Countries With Green-White-Red Flags
A nation doesn't design its flag all willy-nilly. These countries with green, white, and/or red flags picked those colors for specific reasons.
Heaviest Person Ever: The Legacy of Jon Brower Minnoch
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Jon Brower Minnoch is the heaviest person ever in medical history, weighing up to 1,400 pounds (635 kg) at one point.