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Do You Really Stay Conscious After Being Decapitated?
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Decapitation is a surefire way to deliver a quick and painless death, right? In actuality, an increasingly large body of historical and scientific evidence suggests that beheading doesn't, in fact, deliver instant death.
How Good Is Your Plumbing Vocabulary?
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There's more to plumbing than just unclogging toilets and making sure the dishwasher works, you know. There's a whole world of lingo to get to know and plenty of specialized terms. Snake your way into this quiz and see what you know!
How Nitrous Oxide Works
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At the same time scientists discovered that nitrous oxide could numb agonizing pain, they also found it could make you really lightheaded and silly. Yes, huffing parties started in the 1700s.
The Best Turquoise Is More Valuable Than Diamonds
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Cultures all over the world have treasured turquoise for its color and rarity for thousands of years - from Native American jewelry and Aztec and Mesoamerican art to King Tutankhamun's death mask.
How to Break In a Baseball Glove
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Do you know how to break in a baseball glove? Learn how to break in a baseball glove at HowStuffWorks.
Why would you throw a fire extinguisher?
Companies have rekindled the fire grenade, made it simple and nontoxic, and dubbed it the throwable fire extinguisher. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
1928-1934 Duesenberg J-Series
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The 1928-1934 Duesenberg J-Series automobiles were beautiful, well-built machines that were made in low numbers during the Depression. Learn more.
How to Tell When Your Kid Is Ready to Drive Alone
It used to be a rite of passage in America: turn 16 and get your driver's license. But the number of teen drivers has decreased as license requirements have gotten stricter. If your teen passes them, does that mean he or she is ready to drive solo?
How Nicotine Works
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Smoking or chewing tobacco makes many people feel good, even mildly euphoric. It's the nicotine that produces the buzz. Find out how nicotine affects the human body and what makes it so addictive.
Home Remedies for Foot Pain
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The majority of adults will eventually suffer from foot pain. Learn about the home remedies you can use to keep your feet free of pain and injury.