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Big Ben Is Getting a Big Facelift
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The famed London clock tower Big Ben marks 160 years in silence as its historic restoration continues. HowStuffWorks talks to the clock mechanic.
Ghana's Fantasy Coffins Are to Die For
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HowStuffWorks looks at the Ghanaian tradition of burying the dead in fantasy coffins, vibrant works of art made by skillful master carpenters.
Goofy-looking Emus Are Leggy, Flightless and Very Friendly
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HowStuffWorks gets to know the emu, the world's second largest bird next to the ostrich.
Groom of the Stool: A Crappy Job With Royal Benefits
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It may sound degrading to modern ears, but the groom of the stool, the person who helped the British king with his toilet duties, held an extremely prestigious position and was a close confidant of the monarch.
Delightful Daffodils Are Super Easy to Grow. Here's How
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Requiring little care and upkeep, daffodils are bright, showy perennials that symbolize rebirth and new beginnings.
What's the Difference Between Restarting and Shutting Down My Computer?
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In the Windows operating system, shutdown and restart both can be used to turn off your PC. But they don't do it exactly the same way.
Dragonflies: Ancient and Aggressive Insect Aviators
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Dragonflies are ancient, fast, powerful and unbelievably aggressive in all their life stages. HowStuffWorks gets to know these fascinating insects.
Which Loan Is Best for Home Renovations: Personal, Credit Card or Home Equity?
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HowStuffWorks looks at the best way to pay for home renovations, both large and small.
A Helium Shortage! What If We Ran Out of Helium?
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A helium shortage threatens more than just the balloon industry. Way more. Here's what at stake should we run out of this gas - which is a real possibility.
What Is the Rainiest City in the U.S.? Here are the Top 11
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Rainy, dreary, Seattle, right? Everyone says it's the rainiest city in the United States. However, Seattleites are keeping a secret from you. Find out if their rainy reputation is real - or if the rumor's all wet.