Search Results | explain

Your search for "explain" returned 4,258 results

Why Is the U.S. Dollar the World's Currency?

money.howstuffworks.com/us-dollar-worlds-currency.htm

Around the world, people convert their money into U.S. dollars, making it the de facto global currency. But how did the U.S. dollar become so mighty?

Did French kissing start in France?

people.howstuffworks.com/culture-traditions/cultural-traditions/did-french-kissing-start-in-france.htm

French kissing appears in the Kama Sutra circa the third century. So did French kissing start in France or somewhere else? Find out.

12 'Magical' Hacks for the Magic Eraser

home.howstuffworks.com/home-improvement/household-hints-tips/cleaning-organizing/magic-eraser.htm

The Magic Eraser seems like it can take on just about any cleaning job. But can it? And what is this sponge-like thing anyway?

Bussa's Rebellion and the 200-year Fight to End British Rule in Barbados

history.howstuffworks.com/world-history/bussas-rebellion-barbados-news.htm

The struggle to sever colonial ties with the British has been going on for nearly 400 years in Barbados. On Nov. 30, 2021, the island officially became a republic, installing Dame Sandra Mason as its first president.

Earth's Black Box Warns of Planet's End Due to Climate Change

science.howstuffworks.com/environmental/conservation/issues/earths-black-box-news.htm

A new project aims to document the possible demise of Planet Earth due to climate change. It's called Earth's Black Box and the creators hope this will be a warning to all Earth-dwellers to take global warming seriously.

Cadmium: The Highly Toxic Metal That Powers the World

science.howstuffworks.com/cadmium.htm

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

health.howstuffworks.com/mental-health/depression/facts/antidepressants-youth-suicides-news.htm

FDA antidepressant warnings have led to reduced mental health care and increased suicides among youth, so what is going on?

The World's 'Poles of Inaccessibility' Are, Well, Pretty Inaccessible

science.howstuffworks.com/environmental/earth/geophysics/poles-of-inaccessibility.htm

The Poles of Inaccessibility are the locations on Earth that are the farthest away from either water or land and are the most remote spots in the world.

555 Angel Number: Meaning, Symbolism, and What to Do

science.howstuffworks.com/science-vs-myth/everyday-myths/555-angel-number-meaning.htm

Seeing the 555 angel number? Discover its powerful meaning. Uncover the symbolism behind this sign and what it means for transformation, change, and your life path.

The World Hits 8 Billion People; Is That Good or Bad?

science.howstuffworks.com/environmental/green-science/world-8-billion-people.htm

The world's population is expected to hit 8 billion Nov. 15 2022. Is that too many people or just right?

2141 - 2150