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The Milky Way: Understanding Our Place in the Galaxy
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A look at the night sky at any time of year will reveal a faint band of light stretching across the sky -- our solar system's home, the Milky Way. How much do we really know about it?
Rose Color Meanings: What Each Hue Symbolizes in Flower Language
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Red isn't just for romance? Discover the shocking truth behind rose colors that florists don't tell you. Sending the wrong shade could reveal feelings you never intended.
How Pottery Works
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Pottery hasn't always been considered art, but it has always been used in a practical manner. Learn where pottery came from and where it's going today.
How do painkillers know where you hurt?
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As kids, we couldn't use big words to describe our scrapes, but we could point, and somehow the medicine knew where we hurt. It still does. How?
25 of the World's Longest-reigning Monarchs
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From Athelstan, who held off the Viking invaders of Britain, to Sobhuza, the longest-serving king of Eswatni (formerly Swaziland), here are 25 of the world's longest-serving monarchs.
How War Dogs Work
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Was a dog really the first to encounter bin Laden? We may never know, but we do know that man's best friend has been serving in wars for centuries, getting soldiers smokes, sniffing out bombs and patrolling borders. Why do canines make such good soldiers?
The Ultimate Disney Quiz
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The magic of Disney has captivated audiences for nearly a century with some of the most endearing and heartbreaking movies to ever be made. Like the company's many characters, see if you can rise to the challenge and beat this quiz.
15 Healing Crystals and How to Use Them
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Curious about healing crystals and their meanings? Here's the lowdown on 12 of the most popular stones for wellbeing.
Is there a scientific formula for funny?
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Is there a scientific formula for funny? Read about the science and secrets of humor at HowStuffWorks.
How Electricity Works
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Electricity surrounds us and can be used thousands of different ways. Learn about the basics of electricity, from generators and electrical circuits to voltage and currents.