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'Nightingale' Floors Served as Security Warning System in Ancient Japan
In 17th century Japan, wealthy citizens built homes with "nightingale floors" that squeaked, warning them of intruders. In fact, the floors squeaked louder when the steps got lighter.
Why is sugar sticky?
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Sugar becomes sticky when mixed with water. But why? Find out why sugar is sticky at HowStuffWorks.
Brace Yourself: Bananas Are Berries, Strawberries Aren't
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If bananas are berries and strawberries aren't, what in the world is a berry anyway? HowStuffWorks digs.
On a Scale From 1 to 10, How Deep Are You?
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Life is a bit like a swimming pool; some people like to wade around on the deep side of things, and others stick to the shallow end. How deep are you?
Can You Start a Sentence With 'And' or 'But'? But, of Course. And How!
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The origin of this false grammatical no-no is lost to history. But, we still shy away from starting sentences with coordinating conjunctions. And here's why.
Neighbor-spoofing Robocalls Are the New Nuisance
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People are being bombarded by telemarketing calls with numbers that look local, but aren't. The FCC is cracking down on these scammers.
17 Home Remedies for Traveler's Diarrhea
Our home remedies for traveler's diarrhea, otherwise known as Montezuma's revenge, might save your vacation.
How Automatic Braking Systems Work
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How much do you know about automatic braking systems? Keep reading to discover How Automatic Braking Systems Work!
10 Great Wedding Themes
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The 10 great wedding themes will help you personalize your celebration. Find new inspiration with these 10 great wedding themes.
Pisces Compatibility in Love, Work and Friendship
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If you're a Pisces, which signs will you connect with best in love, friendship and work? We talk with two astrologers to learn about Pisces compatibility.