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Which Haircut Best Fits Your Personality?
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Your hair is an expression of your inner self, so why take that cut for granted? Make sure you are representing yourself in the best way possible with our detailed quiz!
Does Fruit Really Ripen Faster in a Brown Paper Bag?
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Your mom may have told you to put bananas or peaches in a brown paper bag to help them ripen faster. But does this really work? And why would it?
People's Bodies Now Run Cooler Than 'Normal' — Even in the Bolivian Amazon
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In the U.S., normal body temperature has been dropping over the past 150 years. People run cooler today than they did two centuries ago. Why is that?
How Helium Balloons Work
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Helium balloons tend to fascinate adults and children alike (and it's not just the Donald Duck voice thing, though that is a big draw). Learn all about helium and why it floats!
How Diesel Engines Work
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Diesel engines are often more efficient and less expensive to operate than their gasoline alternatives. So why aren't there more diesels on the roads? Well, they have their own issues, too.
How the Movie Box Office Works
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Perception is everything in Hollywood, which is why the industry keeps such tight control over box office numbers. But what do those numbers really mean, and what's the point of inflating them?
How Van de Graaff Generators Work
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Van de Graaff generators are famous for producing static electricity. Learn about Van de Graaff generators and find out why Van de Graaff generators were invented.
What Time Does the Stock Market Open?
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The New York Stock Exchange has changed its hours many times since its inception in the late 18th century. Why? And what hours does it keep now?
Félicette, the First Feline in Space, Finally Got Her Due
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Felicette was the first, and so far, only, cat to ever go into space. Why did France send her up, and what happened later? HowStuffWorks finds out.
5 Eloquent and Enduring Maya Angelou Quotes
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One of the most quoted (and misquoted) African American women, Maya Angelou's words and works resound with people of all ages and stages in life. Here are five quotes that explain why.