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Reflexology: Bogus, Beneficial or a Bit of Both?
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The ancient art of reflexology focuses on pressure points exclusively on hands and feet. HowStuffWorks looks at whether it really relieves stress.
Jackals: Canine Survivors and Tricksters of Folklore
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Jackals are adaptable and wily, survivalists to the core. HowStuffWorks looks at these formidable canines.
Scurvy: The Scourge of the High Seas Remains at Large Today
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HowStuffworks looks at the symptoms and treatment of scurvy and why it was so associated with sailors and pirates.
Who Were the Mighty Fighting Buffalo Soldiers?
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HowStuffWorks examines the complicated history of the African American servicemen known as the Buffalo Soldiers.
The Ghost of Wild West Gunslinger Tom Horn Still Haunts Wyoming
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Tom Horn had a wild reputation. But there's doubt as to whether he really shot young Willie Nickell, the crime for which he was hanged. We investigate.
8 Tips for Buying a Car Online
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Buying a car online makes it easy to avoid the sales tactics of a dealership, but it also comes with its own set of pitfalls. HowStuffWorks explains.
Hades, Greek God of the Underworld, Had a Pretty Good Gig
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In comparison to his brothers, Zeus and Poseidon, Greek god Hades ended up with a mixed bag, ruling over both the dead and everything under the earth.
How Do Ventilators Work? Why Are They So Critical for the COVID-19 Pandemic?
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Ventilators are a critical piece of equipment for coping with the COVID-19 pandemic, but how do they work?
Why Xenophobia Thrives in Troubled Times
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Xenophobia, or the fear of immigrants and strangers, has a long history across the globe. What makes this prejudice so prominent throughout history?
Use the 'Sterile Technique' to Safely Unpack Your Groceries
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A Michigan physician's video about using a sterile surgical technique to unpack groceries at home went viral. We talked to him and have his advice.