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Did That Astrologer Read You Right? That's the Barnum Effect

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Are you a person who likes to be social but also values some alone time? You are? How did we guess without knowing you? Welcome to the Barnum effect.

Should you take antibiotics and probiotics at the same time?

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Some antibiotics are a little too good at cleansing your system. You might go to the bathroom a lot if you're on an antibiotic. Can probiotics help?

What If a Man Takes Birth Control Pills?

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Say a guy mistakes "the Pill" for a breath mint. Is he going to have any lasting side effects if he takes one? What about if he took it regularly?

The Nutty Story of Red Pistachios and the Iran Hostage Crisis 

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There was a day when you ate pistachios with the understanding that you'd come away with red fingers and red mouth. What happened to red pistachios?

How Does Alcohol Make You Drunk?

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The first drink can relax you, the fifth can be dangerous. How does alcohol make you drunk? Find out at HowStuffWorks.

If 13 people eat at the same table, will one die before the year is over?

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Triskaidekaphobia, or, fear of the number 13, comes in many forms, but in restaurants, it means that a "table for 13" will result in a death of one of the diners. Learn about the origins of this superstition, and skeptics' amusing counterarguments.

What's Your Royal Title?

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Half the fun of being royalty is having a cool royal title that people have to call you. The other half is being terribly rich and powerful. So what are the peasants going to be calling you? Take your throne and let's find out!

How Netbooks Work

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Netbooks are ultra-portable computers that are even smaller than traditional laptops. Learn all about the pros and cons of netbooks.

How are hot and cold plugs different in ignition systems?

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The difference between hot and cold spark plugs lies in their ceramic insulation. Learn how hot and cold plugs are different in ignition systems in this article.

How Interest Rates Work

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Interest rates are basically the price we pay for living in a world that relies heavily on credit and debt. Find out how interest rates work in this article.

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