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How Much Pee Is in Your Pool?
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We've all done it - even if we won't admit it. HowStuffWorks Now uncovers several reasons why we shouldn't pee in the swimming pool.
Queen Elizabeth II Bans Plastic From Royal Estates
Buckingham Palace announced that Queen Elizabeth II is banning many plastics. Learn more about why the Queen is banning plastics from HowStuffWorks.
The Phrase 'Riding Shotgun' Came Way After the West Was Won
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The phrase seems like it might have come about during the Wild West. But it actually took a detour through Hollywood.
What's the Difference Between Kosher Salt and Table Salt?
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Many recipes call for kosher salt rather than regular table salt. But does it really matter? And can you substitute table salt if that's all you have on hand?
Malarkey: What's the Story Behind Joe Biden's Favorite Word?
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President-elect Joe Biden has pretty much made 'malarkey' a household word, so we thought we'd do some research into its origin story.
Royal Babies Quiz
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Royal watchers, test your knowledge of the bejeweled babies of the British royal family with this HowStuffWorks quiz.
Who Invented the Dishwasher?
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We can thank a woman named Josephine Cochrane for this timesaver.
Why Aren't There More Patterns in Male Pattern Baldness?
HowStuffWorks explores why male pattern baldness follows such a predictable path of baldness at the top with a fringe around the side.
Ancient Egyptian Pregnancy Test Survived Millennia Because It Worked
A strange, but surprisingly accurate, ancient Egyptian pregnancy test survived for millennia and was spread around Africa and Europe because it was just that effective.
What's the difference between an herb and a spice?
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Wondering what's the difference between an herb and spice? Find out and learn all about herbs and spices at HowStuffWorks.