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Where did the potato chip come from?
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You know you love the salty goodness of a potato chip, but where did the potato chip come from? Learn the history behind this salty treat.
Some Nerve! Chutzpah Explained
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It takes a lot of brass to pull off chutzpah successfully. What does the word mean and what separates it from mere impudence?
Reel vs. Real History: How Accurate Are Your Favorite Movies?
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Everyone knows that Hollywood dramas are no substitute for a good history teacher. We're looking at what 10 "based on a true story" movies got wrong - or right. It's not always what you think!
Floating Fire Ant Rafts Are Horrifying, Dangerous, Really Cool
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What's the danger of floating fire ant colony rafts? Learn more about the insect survival strategy in this HowStuffWorks article.
Looks and Acts Like a Hummingbird? Could Be a Hummingbird Moth
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If you see a small hummingbird zip by your face, take a second look - what looks like a hummingbird may actually be a moth.
Quick Tips: Sahaja Yoga Explained
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More meditation than yoga, Sahaja yoga teaches self awareness through guided meditation.
Steampunk Blimps: Airships that Will Take You Back to the Future
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Do you love Steampunk? Then check out our pictures of Steampunk Blimps: Airships that Will Take You Back to the Future!
The Pros and Cons of Shale Gas
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Under our toes, a wealth of gas exists that burns clean and could wean the U.S. off energy dependence. But getting to it is a bit tricky.
Can fluoride make your teeth yellow?
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Too much fluoride can make your teeth yellow, but only if you're a pee-wee under the age of 8. Learn if fluoride can make your teeth yellow.
Macaroon vs. Macaron: Differentiating Between Sweet Treats
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Macaroons and macarons - they sound similar, but they look quite different. So how did we end up with two popular cookies that sound almost the same?