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When Was the Last Time You Washed Your Reusable Bags?
You're being eco-friendly and eschewing plastic for reusable bags. But don't forget those bags need to be cleaned, too.
The Wild Wild West Quiz
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The Wild West is the stuff of legends, lore and awesome John Wayne movies. How much do you know about the days of saloons and standoffs?
'Veni, Vidi, Vici' Is Not a Humble Brag at All
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'I came, I saw, I conquered' encapsulates Julius Caesar's entire approach to ruling.
Himalayan Salt Lamps: Health Benefits or Hype?
Himalayan salt lamps are touted as having healing properties. HowStuffWorks looks at the truth behind the hype.
Your Bed Has More Poop Than a Chimp's
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Think your bed is cleaner than a chimp's? HowStuffWorks looks at new researchers from North Carolina State University that set out to find the answer.
Just in Time for Pancake Day, Scientists Develop Pancake Calculator
HowStuffWorks looks at a pancake calculator that could come in handy for Shrove Tuesday or Pancake Day.
Scientists Figure Out Why Elephants' Skin Is So Cracked
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HowStuffWorks looks at new study explaining why elephants' skin is so cracked and wrinkled. It's not just that they need some lotion!
Is There Really a Cork Crisis?
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Cork is the go-to material for wine stoppers and bulletin boards. So are we really running out of it? And if so, what happens?
What's the Difference Between a Castle and a Palace?
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Castles and palaces may seem the same, in their grandiose architecture and palatial structure. But the two buildings were constructed by monarchs for different purposes.
What is cosmological redshift?
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Cosmological redshift: sounds like the latest blockbuster coming to a theater near you, doesn't it? In reality, it has to do with how light itself travels -- and understanding how it works is essential to advanced space telescope technology.