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Why Is an Asteroid Worth $10,000,000,000,000,000,000?

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A distant asteroid made mostly of iron is potentially worth $10,000 quadrillion, making it many times more valuable than the global economy.

Diamonds Are a Wine's Best Friend

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If you've ever had sediment - or crystals - in the bottom of your wine glass or on a cork, you've had wine diamonds. Are they a sign of a bad bottle?

What's the Difference Between Kosher Salt and Table Salt?

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Many recipes call for kosher salt rather than regular table salt. But does it really matter? And can you substitute table salt if that's all you have on hand?

Can the Change in Temperature Really Make You Sick?

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Weather-driven sickness is a thing, but it isn't always the temperature that causing the illness. HowStuffWorks looks at what it is making you sick.

Why Do Dogs Have Wet Noses?

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Dog people often hear if a dog's nose is dry, the dog is sick. If that's true, does a wet nose signal a healthy dog? HowStuffWorks gets the answers.

Australia Has More Than One Pink Lake (Many More!)

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Australia's western coast boasts such pink wonders. But what gives these lakes their pink hue?

How to Write a Check

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HowStuffWorks helps you figure out how to write a check.

'Nightingale' Floors Served as Security Warning System in Ancient Japan

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In 17th century Japan, wealthy citizens built homes with "nightingale floors" that squeaked, warning them of intruders. In fact, the floors squeaked louder when the steps got lighter.

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