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Goodbye to Allergies? Scientists Discover How to Trick Body's Immune System
Northwestern University researchers have a 'Trojan horse' strategy for treating asthma and allergies. HowStuffWorks Now explains.
You've Heard of Smallpox, But What Was the Great Pox?
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HowStuffWorks looks at the surprising relationship between syphilis and smallpox.
Why Is New York City Called the 'Big Apple'?
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Ever wondered how a city gets its nickname? HowStuffWorks wants to know why New York City is known as the Big Apple.
What's Your Totem Animal?
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A totem animal is a sort of a spirit guide that is with you for life, one that guides you through tough times and makes sure your path is smooth. Which one is yours?
How WWII Fighter Planes Worked
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The film "Pearl Harbor" is now playing. Look at the aircraft involved in that battle, technological marvels for their time.
Are there real-life fight clubs?
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A real-life fight club sounds dubious, but they really exist as outlets for men and women. Read about real-life fight clubs and how they came to be formed.
How Did Mortgage-backed Securities Bring Down the U.S. Economy?
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Mortgage-backed securities have been singled out as the culprit for economic turmoil in 2008. Learn what mortgage-backed securities are and how they failed.
How Ballpoint Pens Work
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Before the handy ballpoint, getting a few sentences onto paper was a pretty involved task. Find out how the ballpoint pen stores and manages its own ink supply to make writing a snap.
Can You Name These 1960s Rock & Roll Songs From Their Lyrics?
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Are you a true fan of the rock 'n roll classics? "Come together right now" and see how many of these '60s lyrics you can place with their songs! Will you "break on through to the other side," or will you drop off the charts?
Can You Defeat This Norse Mythology Quiz?
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The study of Norse mythology might make you a "heathen," but that doesn't make it any less interesting. Take this quiz and see how much you know about the traditions of the Nordic people.