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7 Facts About Crafty Athena, Favorite Daughter of Zeus
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HowStuffWorks looks at the goddess of wisdom and war, who was also considered the goddess of all things crafty and the favorite of Zeus.
What Is Kefir, and Is It Good for You?
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Kefir is a fermented milk drink, full of good gut bacteria, said to lower blood sugar and bad cholesterol. HowStuffWorks looks at the health claims.
Farts Can Be Silent, But Can They Be Deadly, Too?
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Maybe you've never even thought about it when you've smelled - or emitted - a particularly odoriferous fart. But can that fart spread disease?
How to Freeze Fresh Vegetables
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Worried about running out of fresh vegetables? Stock up now and freeze them for later. It's easy and they'll retain all their taste and nutrition.
Why is it good luck to spit on a new baseball bat?
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Baseball players rely on a lot of superstitions to boost their self-confidence. Learn why spitting on a baseball bat is good luck at HowStuffWorks.
Are any superstitions universal across cultures?
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Are there any universal superstitions, or are they specific to certain cultures? Find out at HowStuffWorks.
Can You Really Outrun a Volcano?
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In the movies it looks so easy. A team of scientists are working near the crater of a volcano when it suddenly erupts. They jump in their vehicle and outrace the surging lava flow to safety. In reality, it just doesn't happen that way.
Is Prince Andrew Still in Line for the Throne?
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Despite a pending scandalous court case and the loss of all his military titles and royal patronages, Prince Andrew still retains his place in line to the British throne. Here's why.
The Mule Outperforms Both Its Horse Mom and Donkey Dad
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Since many of us no longer live in small agricultural societies, while you might be familiar with the idea of a mule, you might not know about the specifics of the actual animal.
When Were Cats Domesticated? Did Cats Domesticate Us?
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These floofs have been living alongside humans for thousands of years. But when were cats domesticated to become our adorable yet aloof companions?