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10 Real Events That Sound Just Like Horror Movies
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Real-life events are sometimes just as scary as horror films. Learn about 10 true horrors at HowStuffWorks.
What is a trade secret, and how is it different from a patent or copyright?
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Trade secrets are what helps keep the competitive nature of our economy going. Find out how trade secrets are different from patents and copyrights.
Why Can You Hear the Ocean When Holding a Seashell to Your Ear?
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Do you remember holding a large conch shell up to your ear to hear the ocean? Why does this work even when you're far away from the sea?
When I put my car in park what really keeps it from moving?
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With your car in park, you can feel safe it won't roll down that hill. Learn how putting your car in park keeps your transmission from spinning.
Why Chugging a Gallon of Milk Is Nearly Impossible
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Can you drink a gallon of milk in an hour? HowStuffWorks explains why milk chugging, or the gallon challenge, is tough on the human body.
It's True: Eating Too Many Carrots Can Turn Your Skin Orange
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Everybody knows that carrots are good for you, but what happens if you eat too many of them?
Where did the idea of 'the willies' come from?
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That uncomfortable, frightened, jittery feeling known as 'the willies' is probably a familiar one. Find out how 'the willies' got its name.
Is mothering instinctive or learned?
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Is mothering instinctive or learned? Learn whether mothering is instinctive or learned at Discovery Health.
Does tinfoil on your hubcaps bypass police radar?
Metal is super reflective, but it might not reflect a stop by the police. Learn if tinfoil on your hubcaps helps bypass police radar at HowStuffWorks.
The World's Longest Poop Story Is a Crock of, Well ...
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Maybe you've seen those fantastical stories saying the world's longest piece of poop is 26 feet? Is that even possible? Where does crap like this come from?