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Brilliance or Blarney: The St. Patrick's Day Traditions Quiz

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St. Patrick's Day can be one of the most fun holidays of the year - and one of the most misunderstood. Who was St. Patrick? Why are people pinching me? Whose idea was it to dye entire rivers green? Find out these answers and more as you kiss the Blarney Stone and learn (or confirm) the truth about St. Patrick's Day.

How Tetris Went From Soviet Mind Game to Smash Hit

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Tetris was developed during the Cold War by a puzzle-happy programmer working for the Russian Academy of Sciences. So how did this addictive game break free of the Iron Curtain?

5 Plaque Removers That Really Work

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When hardened plaque builds up on your teeth and turns into tartar, your risk of gum disease increases. Learn about 5 plaque removers that really work.

How to Host a Bourbon Tasting Party

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Bourbon tasting parties can be a unique way to socialize with friends and family. Learn how to host a bourbon tasting party at HowStuffWorks.

The Cadaver Synod: When a Dead Pope Was Put on Trial

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During one of the most political times in papal history, Pope Formosus' corpse was dug up and put on trial for crimes of hist past.

Cheaters Never Win? Many U.S. High School Students Disagree

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In a study on academic integrity, 59 percent of high schoolers admitted to cheating. HowStuffWorks talks to experts about the cheating and its stigma.

FBI Files Provide Chilling Look Into the Mind of Jeffrey Dahmer

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A Netflix docuseries about serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer is one of its most-watched shows ever. We reviewed FBI files of his case instead and got a chilling look at what drove him to kill.

How Cord Cars Work

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Cord entered the 1920s with a car that was a success -- the Cord Auburn -- and one that should have been -- the Cord L-29. Read more in this article.

Is swearing at work a good thing?

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Swearing at work may actually be a good thing, according to recent research, because it reduces stress. Learn about the benefits of swearing at work.

5 Tips for High Rep Workouts for Men

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Looking for some tips for high rep workouts for men? Visit HowStuffWorks to find 5 tips for high rep workouts for men.

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