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Aristides de Sousa Mendes Saved Thousands From Holocaust, But Lost All

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HowStuffWorks looks at the story of Aristides de Sousa Mendes, a Portuguese diplomat who lost everything saving thousands during the Holocaust.

Koi Fish Are 'Living Jewels' of the Water Garden

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The colorful superstars of backyard water gardens are actually ornamental varietals of domesticated carp.

Platinum: What's So Special About the Shiny Metal?

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This white-hot metal not only makes beautiful jewelry, it's coveted for industrial, medical and military purposes too.

7 Dazzling Details About the Louvre Pyramid

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The Louvre Pyramid was first received by the world in 1989 as an architectural joke, but 30 years later it's considered one of the world's most iconic design masterpieces.

Why Are Certain Foods Eaten Mainly at Breakfast?

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Americans expect certain foods for breakfast. But why did these particular foods end up as morning meals? HowStuffFoods lets the foods tell the story.

6 Cheesy Facts About Cheeseburgers

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When and where was the cheeseburger invented? What's the right way to add the cheese? HowStuffWorks answers your burning cheeseburger questions.

Can You Nominate Yourself for a Nobel Prize?

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Nobel prizes offer lots of prestige and big payouts. But how do you become eligible for one? And can you lobby for yourself?

The O.K. Corral: The Gunfight of All Gunfights

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This Gunfight at the O.K. Corral lasted just 30 seconds. But its legend has endured for more than a decade. We dissect the battle's myth and lure.

Humble Hero: Why Neil Armstrong Became the First Man on the Moon

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HowStuffWorks finds out more about the life and legacy of Neil Armstrong, the humble hero who became the first man to walk on the moon.

How the Panama Canal Makes Water Flow Uphill

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The Panama Canal has been one of the world's biggest engineering feats since it was built nearly by hand in the 1900s.

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