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Why Did It Take So Long to 'Discover' Planet Nine?
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A massive planet seems to have been lurking on the edge of our solar system for some time now. Learn more about the Ninth Planet at HowStuffWorks Now.
When Irish Immigrants Weren't Considered 'White'
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How were early Irish immigrants treated in the United States of the mid-19th century? Learn more in this HowStuffWorks article.
Ridiculous History: What's for Dinner? Meat Jell-O
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Aspics and gelatin salads used to be more common foods on Western menus, but they have largely vanished from the table. Could savory gelatin make a comeback?
Wasted Food in the U.S. Could Feed Much of Population
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In the US, 21 percent of landfill space is filled with food. HowStuffWorks looks at new proposals that aim to reduce food waste by 50%.
Nextdoor and More: The Good, Bad and Ugly of Neighborhood Social Networks
HowStuffWorks looks at the pleasures and pitfalls of neighborhood social networks like Nextdoor and EveryBlock.
When Will We Reach the Tipping Point for Tipping?
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HowStuffWorks finds out if there is profit point when it would make sense to drop tipping in favor of higher restaurant prices.
Only Smoke When You Drink? You're Still a Smoker
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Social smoking is a real, scientifically verifiable phenomenon. Learn about social smoking and what the experts have to say at HowStuffWorks Now.
How Many Continents Are There? Depends Whom You Ask
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It may surprise you to know that experts around the world disagree on how many continents are out there. Here's why.
Is Voice of America's Mission of Objectivity In Danger?
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Voice of America, the U.S. government-controlled media network, has long had a reputation for being a source of unbiased news in contrast to the government-controlled media in countries it reaches.
The Immigrant Paradox: Why Acculturation Should Not Mean Assimilation
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Studies have shown that for immigrants, assimilation into the new culture can be bad for your health, family relationships and educational attainment.