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Nope, That Law Doesn't Apply: How Diplomatic Immunity Works

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Diplomatic immunity has been around for thousands of years, but it hasn't always gone so smoothly, as the BrainStuff team explains in this video.

This Explanation Will Change How You View 'Jurassic Park'

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What is the emotional subtext of "Jurassic Park" that makes the film resonate emotionally? Learn more in this HowStuffWorks Now article.

Here's Why You Shouldn't Eat a Box Turtle in the Wild

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Is it OK to eat a box turtle you've caught? Learn more about the reasons you shouldn't eat a box turtle in this HowStuffWorks article.

Nutria: River Rats Only a Mother Could Love

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Nutria have their place in the world, but they can be very destructive. HowStuffWorks looks at these rodents.

The Get Better Sleep Quiz

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Do you know some of the basics of getting better sleep? Find out what they are with this HowStuffWorks quiz.

Why do some fruits have starch?

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Fruits have starch, which might be surprising to learn. Find out why fruits have starch and which fruit is the starchiest one of all.

Scientists Say: Hey, Hikers, Stop Stacking Rocks!

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It may seem cool to stack rocks for fun or artistic purposes but moving rocks may inadvertently threaten small mammals and insects and contribute to soil erosion.

Velociraptor Alert: The Feathered Dinosaur Quiz

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Test your knowledge of the fluffy, winged dinos of the bygone Mesozoic era, from little Microraptor to the enormous Yutyrannus with this quiz.

Polio Doc Jean Macnamara's Work Proves Viruses Can Be Vanquished

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Dame Jean Macnamara's research helped lead to the Salk vaccine for polio. Her lasting legacy as an advocate for people with disabilities lives on today.

Does tinfoil on your hubcaps bypass police radar?

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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.

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