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Seniors May Be As Hooked to Smartphones As Their Grandkids
What does smartphone addiction look like in an older person? Read this HowStuffWorks article to find out.
Jacques Cousteau: The Man Who Brought the Ocean Into Our Homes
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Jacques-Yves Cousteau inspired an entire generation to take an interest in the deep sea and was one of the first to warn of the peril of its destruction.
Gallium Boils at 4,044 Degrees F, But Will Also Melt in Your Hand
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More than fodder for melt-in-your-hand YouTube videos, gallium is a key component in LED lights and the powerful microchips in your smartphone.
The Slow Loris Is a Cuddly-looking Primate With a Toxic Bite
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When threatened, the slow loris licks venom secreted from a gland under its arm. Licked and loaded, the loris is ready to poison an attacker with a bite.
'Avengers: Endgame' and the Science of the Marvel Universe
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HowStuffWorks talks to Sebastian Alvarado, scientist and author of a book on the science of the Marvel Cinematic Universe
Try These 5 Daily Habits to Improve Your Life This Year
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A new year is always a good time to set new goals. We've come up with five healthy changes that have been scientifically shown to improve your well-being.
Why There Is So Much Confusion About Who Has Food Allergies
HowStuffWorks looks at a new study on adults and food allergies and how they differ from food intolerance.
From Enslaved Woman to Millionaire: The Biddy Mason Story
Biddy Mason's owner nearly tricked her out of freedom but the cavalry rode to her rescue. She later became a self-made millionaire who helped others.
Is There a Hidden Cure for Cancer?
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A surprising percentage of Americans believe that Big Pharma is hiding the cure for cancer because there's a lot of money to be made treating the disease. Experts explain why this isn't true.
U.S. Needs to Have an Ongoing Conversation About Suicide
Suicide is a major challenge to public health in the United States. But like most public health problems, it can be prevented.