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How Many Houseplants Do You Need for Good Indoor Air Quality?
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For decades we've been told having houseplants can improve our indoor air quality. So, do you need to live in a veritable jungle for this to ring true?
Was the Terrifying 18th-century Beast of Gévaudan a Wolf or Something More Sinister?
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In the 1760s in the town of Gévaudan, France, a monster lurked, killing as many as 100 people. But, the identity of the Beast of Gévaudan remains unknown.
Why Is There a Crack in the Liberty Bell?
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Older than the founding of the United States, the Liberty Bell has endured as a symbol of freedom for many Americans, even though that was not its original role.
What Does 'Androgyny' Mean Today?
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It's one of those words that might remind you of certain gender-bending musicians from the '80s, but what does it mean today?
What Is the Butterfly Effect and How Do We Misunderstand It?
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We may think the butterfly effect means that a small change (like the flap of a butterfly's wings) can have huge consequences (a tornado in China). But what if it means the opposite?
The 1918 Spanish Flu Killed Millions — and Experts Fear It Could Happen Again
HowStuffWorks finds out about the history and lessons of the Spanish flu pandemic, 100 years later.
Iterative Evolution: Did the Aldabra Rail Evolve Twice?
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The flightless Aldabra rail only lives on the Aldabra Atoll in Madagascar. But this example of iterative evolution descended from birds that soar.
The Science Behind the Pollen Count
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HowStuffWorks looks at the science behind the pollen count. How do they count those microscopic grains anyway?
Can a TV Actor Live Off Royalties Forever?
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Can one big hit TV show provide you income for life? Find out if a TV actor can live off royalties forever.
Why Libertarians Have a Love-hate Relationship With the 10th Amendment
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The 10th Amendment says powers not delegated to the feds are reserved to the people. Libertarians say it's not working. HowStuffWorks explains.