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What Is Sassafras and Is it Safe?
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HowStuffWorks looks at the many uses and potential dangers of sassafras.
Hamsters Aren't Jerks. Here's How to Stop Them From Biting
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Hamsters can be bitey little buggers. HowStuffWorks explains how to stop your adorable hamster from biting the hand that feeds it.
Raccoons Are Super Smart Urban Survivors
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Raccoons are the cutest masked mammals around. But they also have a reputation for being a pest. HowStuffWorks tells what you need to know about them.
What Is Foie Gras, and Why Is It Being Banned?
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Foie gras, the French delicacy of fattened duck liver, is now banned in NYC. Why? Because it's considered unethical. HowStuffWorks looks at the dish.
Flyting Words: The Medieval Origins of the Insult Rap Battle
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Flyting, which was essentially a verbal contest of poetic abuse, was public entertainment in the 15th and 16th centuries. Think of it as the rap battle of medieval times.
Cadmium: The Highly Toxic Metal That Powers the World
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Cadmium is a natural metal and the leading component in rechargeable batteries and solar cells. It is also highly toxic and heavily regulated.
Youth Suicides Rose After FDA Added Antidepressant Warnings
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FDA antidepressant warnings have led to reduced mental health care and increased suicides among youth, so what is going on?
What Is Muriatic Acid and Is It Safe For Home Cleaning?
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Don't let the word "acid" scare you away. Because when the job gets too tough for your standard household cleaner, it's time to try muriatic acid.
10 Slick Uses for Coconut Oil
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In addition to its role in cooking, coconut oil has a ton of uses in health and beauty. We highlight 10 of them.
From Caesar to Brexit: The English History Quiz
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English history goes back just a lot bit further than that of the United States. How much do you know about the past of jolly old England? How far back does your knowledge of English history go? Take this quiz to find out!