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How the Necco Wafer Has Lasted This Long
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These colorful, chalk-like wafers hit the market in 1847. But they certainly aren't the most flavorful of treats. So why are they the classic candy we love to hate?
Call the Coconut Crab a Crustacean on Steroids
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Coconut crabs are the world's largest land-dwelling arthropods. HowStuffWorks looks at these monstrous crustaceans that dwarf many other crabs and are native to the islands in the Pacific and Indian oceans.
The New York Times Crossword Puzzle Still Stumps After 80 Years
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HowStuffWorks goes inside the New York Times crossword puzzle.
Is Earth the Only Planet With Tectonic Plates?
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Some scientists think plate tectonics could be a prerequisite for life. So do they exist on other planets outside of Earth? HowStuffWorks finds out.
Wasps Have an Image Problem, But Here's Why We Need Them
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Just like bees, wasps are pollinators that are also endangered. But you rarely hear anyone pleading to save wasps. A study finds out why.
Arrival of European Breeds Wiped Out Native American Dogs
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Ancient American dogs were almost completely wiped out when the Europeans arrived. HowStuffWorks looks at the lasting legacy they did leave behind.
Dating Do's and Don'ts
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Dating in the new millennium may be different from what you remember from the 80s. Learn about dating in the new millennium at Discovery Health.
Sea Urchins Are the Edible Pincushions of the Ocean
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Sea urchins look like spiny pincushions and are considered a delicacy to foodies everywhere. HowStuffWorks gets to know the sea urchin.
Do video games really improve hand-eye coordination?
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Can video games help players build any lasting skills? Find out if video games can improve hand-eye coordination at HowStuffWorks.
Cinnabar: Red, Beautiful — and Toxic
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Cinnabar's bright-red pigment has been used in jewelry, pottery and makeup for millennia. But cinnabar is also the primary ore for mercury, making it a dangerous mineral if the particles are inhaled.