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Are 'Ghost Lights' Apparitions of the Dead — or Even Aliens?
There's no doubt people are seeing lights. But are they really spirits of ghosts - or even aliens - or can these unusual lights be clarified with a simple explanation?
'Pilot's Glory': Why a Rainbow Encircles an Airplane Shadow on Clouds
Very specific atmospheric conditions and just the right perspective are necessary to see the phenomenon.
Meet the World's Smallest, Toughest Owl
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These tiny owls weigh less than a golf ball but kill poisonous scorpions for dinner. HowStuffWorks looks at the tiny desert-dwelling elf owl.
Is it dangerous to stifle a sneeze?
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Sneezing at the wrong moment can be downright dangerous. But is it just as dangerous to stifle a sneeze? Find out at HowStuffWorks.
Can a Waterspout Turn Into a Tornado?
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Have you ever watched a waterspout move over the ocean or a lake from what you thought was a safe distance? Don't get too comfortable next time. Waterspouts and tornadoes are closely related.
How Bone China Works
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Bone china gets its strength and translucence from the addition of bone ash to porcelain. Learn about bone china and see a video from inside a Lenox factory.
Behind the X Prize
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We know who won - top-runner SpaceShipOne. We know what the team receives for that accomplishment: $10 million and an obscenely gigantic trophy. But what about the story behind the contest? Learn about the rules, restrictions, red tape, test crashes, successful launches and the technological innovations that may get you into sub-orbit sooner than you think.
Could you commute from New York to Los Angeles in 12 minutes?
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Would you risk the mother of all jet lag if you could cross the U.S. in less time than it takes to pass through airport security? After all, your time is precious, and haven't supersonic and hypersonic technologies been around for decades now?
9 Home Remedies for Side Pain
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Read our home remedies for side pain, or side stitch, which typically occurs during exercise and feels like a sharp pain in your side.
How to Remove Rose and Red Wine Stains
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Roses and red wine set the mood for a romantic evening. Unfortunately, nothing can kill the mood faster than an unsightly laundry stain. Follow these stain removal tips to keep your sweetheart from seeing red.