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Are 'Ghost Lights' Apparitions of the Dead — or Even Aliens?
There's no doubt people are seeing lights. But are they really spirits of ghosts - or even aliens - or can these unusual lights be clarified with a simple explanation?
The Southern Accent Is Dying, Y'all
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Why do Southerners start losing their accents when a lot of Northerners move in? Learn about the decline of the Southern accent at HowStuffWorks Now.
What in the World Are Tonsil Stones?
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Never heard of tonsil stones? They're nasty little stones that can form in your throat. So should you freak out if you have them?
How Did Snakes Lose Their Legs?
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HowStuffWorks finds out why snakes have no legs and feet.
Your First Memory Is Probably Fiction
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Is your first memory of lying in a crib? You may want to revisit that. A new large study found that nearly 40 percent of participants had a first memory that was improbably early.
Would a cell phone work on a submerged submarine?
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Cell phones are pretty amazing gadgets, but are they amazing enough to work underwater? Visit HowStuffWorks for the answer.
Does the Parthenon really follow the golden ratio?
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The Parthenon was thought to have been built following a mathematical concept called the golden ratio. Is this true? Find out at HowStuffWorks.
Why does kale make you gassy?
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Kale can make you gassy, a not-so-elegant side effect of this nutritious leafy vegetable. Find out why kale makes you gassy at HowStuffWorks.
Is it dangerous to stifle a sneeze?
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Sneezing at the wrong moment can be downright dangerous. But is it just as dangerous to stifle a sneeze? Find out at HowStuffWorks.
What is an optimal diet?
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What is an optimal diet? Learn about what makes an optimal diet at Discovery Health.