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Goodbye Beard, Hello Beardstache: Who Spots the End of Trends?
Trends have dominated modern life - setting them, spotting them, tracking them, analyzing them. Learn who declares them dead at HowStuffWorks Now.
Can Jet Hand Dryers Really Blast Out a Germ Cloud? Well, Yes and No
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Are jet air hand dryers the safest way to dry your hands after using the bathroom or are they blasting invisible microbes through the air with every use?
Yes, You Can be Allergic to Vibrations
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Scientists are discovering why some people break out into hives from physical contact like clapping hands or running.
Do Animals Have Different Blood Types Too?
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Do non-human animals have equivalent categories to our A, B and O blood designations? Can animals donate blood?
Can You Sue Over 'Third-hand Smoke' Exposure?
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Could there be a day when people sue over tobacco residue left behind in a building's walls or carpet? HowStuffWorks investigates.
How Gin and Tonic Became the Ultimate Cocktail Combo
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The gin and tonic, that cool, fresh, citrusy summer delight, has a long and romantic history, beginning with its use as a 'cure' for malaria.
You Need It Like a Hole in the Head: The Ancient Medical Art of Trepanation
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Drilling a hole in somebody's skull was all the rage 4,000 to 12,000 years ago. In fact, 5 to 10 percent of skulls from this period have a hole in them, made while the person was still alive. The question is, why?
Why Do Bruises Change Colors as They Heal?
It's super weird that a bruise changes from deep purple to green to yellow during the healing process. HowStuffWorks looks into this strange process.
The FDA and America's Frightening Food System
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The FDA is supposed to ensure the food we eat are safe. Stuff They Don't Want You To Know looks at whether the foods we eat are actually safe.
Why Flash Floods Are So Dangerous
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Both dry and over-saturated soil can contribute to flash flooding. Can anything be done to prevent them from becoming catastrophic?