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Marzipan Is the Sweet Almond Treat You Need This Holiday

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Some form of marzipan can be dated back to ancient Egypt. But today this sweet confection is as traditional a holiday treat as they get.

5 Things You Didn't Know About Tacos

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HowStuffWorks takes a bite into the history and trivia of tacos.

Salvador Dalí Is Dead, But Not Entirely

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The Dalí Museum has resurrected Salvador Dalí, thanks to artificial intelligence. HowStuffWorks looks at this modern miracle and fascinating exhibit.

Are Plastic-eating Enzymes Our Planet's Only Hope?

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Two bacterial enzymes degrade PET plastics and could potentially be a solution to Earth's massive waste problem. HowStuffWorks looks at the science.

How do you get a job as a professional shopper?

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Can you really get paid to shop till you drop? Yep. Learn how to become a professional shopper at HowStuffWorks.

Can Ellis Island help track down your genealogy?

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Many Americans have an ancestor or two who traveled to Ellis Island. Find out if Ellis Island records can help you with genealogy research.

Was 'The Conqueror' filmed on a nuclear test site?

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We didn't know the full effects of nuclear radiation 60 years ago. Learn if the filming of 'The Conqueror' put actors at risk at HowStuffWorks.

Why do people think it's bad luck not to blow out all the birthday candles in one breath?

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Blowing out all your birthday candles in one breath is thought to be lucky. But why? Find out why we think it is bad luck to miss a candle or two.

Why Is Opening an Umbrella Inside Bad Luck?

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Everyone knows you're not supposed to open an umbrella indoors. Explore the history behind this long-held superstition.

Did Pintos really explode in the 1970s?

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Did Pintos really explode in the 1970s? Find out if the Ford Pinto was really as dangerous as we were led to believe, at HowStuffWorks.

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