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Is It a Pig? A Hog? No, It's a Javelina
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Also known as a 'skunk pig,' the javelina's good looks may be in the eye of the beholder, but there's more to this beauty than meets the eye.
5 Facts About the Wild West's Deadly 'Doc' Holliday
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John Henry "Doc" Holliday was first and foremost a gambler and gunfighter. But he was also friend of Wyatt Earp and is best known for his role the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral.
What Does Science Say About the Health Benefits of Cordyceps?
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Cordyceps is a parasitic fungus that grows on insects. It's been used in Chinese medicine for centuries and is said to fix a host of health issues. But is it too good to be true?
The Journey of 'Uncle Tom': From Abolitionist Hero to Ultimate Sellout
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'Uncle Tom's Cabin' was a wildly popular novel about a heroic enslaved man. But along the way, 'Uncle Tom' became a shorthand insult for a Black man who's subservient to whites.
What Is Probate and Can You Avoid It?
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If someone dies without a will, their survivors may end up in a long expensive fight in probate court.
Why We Need Artificial Gravity for Long Space Missions
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NASA and other agencies have been studying artificial gravity in hopes they will someday use it to help astronauts combat the effects of weightlessness in space. How close are we to that reality?
The Truth Behind the Rogue Planet Nibiru
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The idea of planet Nibiru, sometimes dubbed Planet X, has captivated doomsday prophets and conspiracy theorists for decades.
A Hairy History of Eyebrow Trends
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HowStuffWorks looks at eyebrow shapes throughout history and the celebrities who pioneered the looks from Marlene Dietrich to Cara Delevingne.
How Much Money Do You Really Make Selling Stuff Like Rodan + Fields?
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Do you really make any money selling stuff from Mary Kay, Rodan & Fields, Pampered Chef, etc.? HowStuffWorks breaks down the numbers.
Who Wins and Loses in a Trade War?
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When nations get into disputes about trade, it often results in unintended consequences. HowStuffWorks looks at the history of trade wars.