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Who Decides What Goes on Postage Stamps?
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The Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee decides which ideas make the cut as possible postage stamps. HowStuffWorks looks at the process.
75 Years After Her Debut, Wonder Woman Remains Iconic
Why has Wonder Woman endured for 75 years? Learn more about the creation of Wonder Woman in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
Centrioles: You Can't Divide Cells Without Them
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Centrioles are spindles that create the pathways for chromosomes to follow during cell division.
St. Francis Is Credited With Creating the First Nativity Scene in 1223
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The earliest biblical descriptions don't mention animals by the manger when Jesus was born. So how did those Nativity scenes evolve into what we know today?
Don't Be Afraid of the Big, Bad Wolf Spider
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Wolf spiders might find their way into your house and can look threatening, but they're really harmless.
How Do Pilots Make Up Time in the Air?
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Your pilot apologizes for your plane leaving late but then assures you she can make up the lost time in the sky. Is she pressing extra-hard on the accelerator or what?
Was 'The Shining' an apology for faking the moon landing?
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Did Stanley Kubrick fake the moon landing then make 'The Shining' to atone for his folly? Read on to see if this spaced-out theory holds weight.
What Does a Contractor Do? 5 Things You Should Know
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Knowing what to expect from a contractor will help you avoid making mistakes. Learn 5 things you should expect from a contractor at TLC Home.
Can You Tell If a Sand Dollar Is Alive Before Taking It Off the Beach?
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Everyone loves foraging for seashells at the beach, but the true jackpot is finding a perfect unbroken sand dollar. However, taking one home may not be such a good idea.
Bordeaux's Water Mirror Is Magical, Worth Visiting
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Bordeaux's famed and beautiful reflecting pool will have you snapping photographs and feeling like you're walking on water.